Mr. Peter Obi, a former governor of Anambra State and the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential contender, has voted in the state’s current governorship contest.
Obi cast his ballot at Umudim Akasi, Agulu Ward 2, Anaocha Local Government Area, polling place 019.
Obi cast his vote at precisely 11:46 a.m.
After voting, Obi spoke with reporters and bemoaned Nigeria’s declining democracy.
“Unfortunately, those who benefit from bad governance seem to be fueling the deterioration of our democracy,” he stated.
“I have been able to listen and move around to see what is happening, and it is bad that we still experience vote buying. Someone who is not employed collects N30,000 for his vote, that means you have sold your school, your hospital, your job opportunities and selling away your future. That is what is very worrisome about our democracy.
“Other countries, even west African countries that are close to us where I have observed election, I haven’t seen something like this happening. This must stop.
“I’m not on the ballot, but I’m a member of Labour Party and I support my candidate, Dr George Moghalu. All the people contesting are my friends and I wish them well.”
