The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the date for the Anambra governorship election.
INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, made the announcement on Thursday during a meeting with political party representatives at the INEC headquarters in Abuja.
He stated that the election is scheduled for Saturday, November 8, 2025.
Yakubu stated, “As you know, the last Anambra State governorship election took place on November 6, 2021. With the passage of time, the next governorship election is scheduled for next year.
“As a result, the Commission has approved that the 2025 Anambra State Governorship election will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025.
“In line with the mandatory 360-day notice, the official announcement for the election will be made on November 13, 2024. Party primaries will take place between MarchMarch 20, 2025, and April 10, 2025.”
Yakubu further stated, “The candidate nomination portal will open at 9:00 am on April 18, 2025, and will close at 6:00 pm on May 12, 2025. The final list of candidates will be released on June 9, 2025.”
He added, “Political parties can begin public campaigns on June 11, 2025, and these will end at midnight on Thursday, November 6, 2025. Voting will take place in all 5,720 Polling Units across the state on Saturday, November 8, 2025.
“In the coming weeks, the Commission will release more information on other electoral activities, such as new voter registration, voter transfer, and the replacement of lost or damaged PVCs.
He also mentioned, “The full Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the 2025 Anambra State Governorship election will be posted on our website and social media platforms before the conclusion of this meeting.”
