The political support base known as “Obidients” (followers of Peter Obi) has thrown its weight behind Chief Dr. George Moghalu, the Labour Party (LP) gubernatorial candidate, for the forthcoming Anambra State governorship election, while simultaneously vowing to resist any attempts at rigging the poll.
Key Details
- The Election: The Anambra State gubernatorial election is scheduled for November 8, 2025.
- The Candidate: The “Obidients” are backing Chief Dr. George Moghalu, who was officially recognized by INEC as the candidate of the Julius Abure-led faction of the Labour Party. Moghalu’s campaign has reportedly been energized by the strong grassroots machinery associated with the Obidient movement.
- The Vow to Resist Rigging: The commitment to “resist rigging” stems from past experiences in Nigerian elections, where allegations of malpractice and subversion of the democratic process have been rampant. The declaration by the Obidient base emphasizes their intent to actively monitor the electoral process and protect the integrity of their votes.
- Recent Controversy: Moghalu’s campaign recently gained attention after he accused the incumbent administration, led by Governor Chukwuma Soludo (APGA), of a “political attack” against his running mate, Mrs. Ifeoma Veronica Okaro, highlighting the heated and often turbulent political climate surrounding the election.
The Anambra poll is viewed as a major political showdown, testing the strength of the ruling All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) against the popular momentum of the Labour Party in the South-East region.
