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Enugu South by-election Faces Chaotic Delay

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Enugu South by-election faces chaotic delay as protests and confusion stall the vote, raising questions about fairness and political interference

Enugu South by-election began amid confusion and tension as voters at Uwani Secondary School remained stranded past 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 16. A large turnout clashed with delays, raising serious concerns about the integrity of the process.

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Women protesting at the venue accused politicians of undue interference, demanding that Labour Party candidate Bright Ngene be disqualified due to a previous conviction.

Ngene had been sentenced in July 2024 to seven years for a N15 million community development fund scandal.

Speaking to reporters, Peoples Democratic Party candidate Sam Ngene criticized the delays and alleged that high-profile figures such as Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology Uche Nnaji and Senator Kelvin Chukwu disrupted the process.

“The person I am contesting with is behind bars. The constitution is clear: a convict cannot stand in an election,” he said.

Minister Nnaji defended his presence, insisting he acted in his capacity as the APC leader in Enugu State. “I have a right to be here because I am the leader of my party in the state,” he stated.

Labour Party Chairman in Enugu South, Chinwuba Ngwu, voiced frustration over the lack of progress. “We came here for election. We have been here since 7 o’clock; till now there has not been any information from INEC,” he said.

Also read: Tinubu Backs INEC With New Abuja Complex To Boost Electoral Integrity

As of press time, the Independent National Electoral Commission had not issued an official statement. Voters, meanwhile, continue to wait, and political tensions show no signs of easing.

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Any Ambition Against Senator Nwoko’s Second Term Bid Is Selfish, Unnecessary —APC Chieftain

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As Senator Ned Nwoko positions for a return to the National Assembly, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Emmanuel Eboh, has described any opposing ambition as self- serving, unnecessary  and detrimental to the peace and development of Delta North Senatorial District.

Speaking in an interview in Abuja, Chief Eboh, a former civil commissioner in Delta State, said Senator Nwoko continues to enjoy widespread goodwill and the support of the people of Delta North, popularly known as Anioma.

While acknowledging that political aspirations are legitimate in a democratic setting, Eboh cautioned against what he termed the “unacceptable drift towards turning politics into a family enterprise and a tool for power control and manipulation.”

He called on residents of Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency and the wider Delta North district to resist  “the inordinate ambition of some Shylock politicians driven by selfish motives and unrestrained personal interests.”

The APC stalwart warned that personality-driven ambitions, rather than people-oriented leadership, could
lead to  avoidable rivalry and division within Delta North.

Chief Eboh maintained that Senator Nwoko’s performance in office has been commendable and deserving of re-election, citing key interventions in rural road construction, electrification, education, potable water supply, and empowerment programmes.

He further highlighted the senator’s sustained advocacy for the recognition and identity of Anioma, noting that it was “unprecedented in the political history of the district”.

According to him, “Senator Nwoko has not only met expectations but surpassed them. He deserves re-election, particularly given the fact that the core constitutional responsibility of a senator is lawmaking for the good governance of the nation.”

Eboh said the people of Delta North regard Nwoko as a progressive leader who embodies unity and dignity across Anioma, stressing that he should not be distracted by unnecessary political contestation.

He reaffirmed that the senator’s commitment to the growth and development of Anioma remains unwavering and urged constituents to sustain their support for his return to the Senate.

The APC chieftain also called for continued backing of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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Nasir El-Rufai Granted Bail by Federal High Court

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Nasir El-Rufai Bail Federal High Court granted as the former Kaduna governor secures bail while facing corruption-related charges

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