Dr George Moghalu, the Labour Party’s governorship candidate in the Anambra State election has expressed displeasure at the instances of vote-buying in the ongoing gubernatorial election in the state.
Moghalu raised this concern while addressing journalists shortly after casting his vote at Uruagu Ward 1, Nnewi stating that the INEC must ensure that it conducted a free, free, and credible election in the state.
He said, “I didn’t hear issues of glitches, at least for now. As we go along to monitor the process, we’ll confirm.
“In terms of voting, there’s improvement compared with previous elections. I can’t say it’s free and fair because if you monetise a process, you weaponise poverty. What’s free about it?
“There’s no doubt there is low voter turnout, and that has been the trend.
“It’s incumbent on INEC to keep improving the process because voter apathy is a manifestation of the people’s loss of confidence. That’s the only way they can protest.
“I’m worried because it’s not about me but about the process that will create a stable environment and further strengthen our democracy.”