The Brewing Democratic Crisis in Anambra State: An Analysis of Zoning, Governance, and Political Entrenchment

The Brewing Democratic Crisis in Anambra State: An Analysis of Zoning, Governance, and Political Entrenchment

As Anambra State approaches its 2025 gubernatorial election, several concerning trends threaten to undermine its democratic foundations. This analysis examines how the interplay between zoning systems, party dominance, and incumbent protection threatens to replace merit-based governance with entitlement-based succession. The Zoning System’s Double-Edged Sword The zoning system in Anambra State, which rotates governorship among three…

LEADING ANAMBRA POLITICAL FIGURE VALENTINE OZIGBO EXITS LABOUR PARTY, SETS STAGE FOR NEW POLITICAL CHAPTER

LEADING ANAMBRA POLITICAL FIGURE VALENTINE OZIGBO EXITS LABOUR PARTY, SETS STAGE FOR NEW POLITICAL CHAPTER

In a significant political development, Valentine Ozigbo has formally resigned from the Labour Party, announcing his decision at a State Executive Committee meeting in Awka, Anambra State. Ozigbo, who submitted his resignation letter to his ward Chairman, had previously informed Labour Party leader Peter Obi and the National Chairman of his decision.
In his announcement, Ozigbo emphasized that his departure represents a strategic move toward building a new political movement focused on Anambra’s development. While his next political affiliation remains unannounced, he stressed that his commitment to transformative leadership and state progress remains unwavering, stating “This is not a moment of uncertainty. It is a moment of celebration… what lies ahead is bigger, brighter, and more powerful than anything we leave behind.”

Soludo’s Shameless Display at The Requiem Mass of Hon Justice Azuka

Soludo’s Shameless Display at The Requiem Mass of Hon Justice Azuka

In what can only be described as a profound display of political insensitivity and disrespect, supporters of Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo turned what should have been a solemn farewell into a political carnival outside Saint Mary’s Catholic Church during the requiem mass of the late Honourable Justice Azuka. The late assemblyman, who represented Onitsha North…

2025 gubernatorial election: Valentine Ozigbo shows preparedness to deliver Anambra State

2025 gubernatorial election: Valentine Ozigbo shows preparedness to deliver Anambra State

ANVO TIMES: Anambra State.11th December 2024, From Ijeoma John: ANVO Media Personnel Labour Party Chieftain, Dr. Valentine Ozigbo has shown his preparedness to serve the people of Anambra State if they are ready to usher in a new dawn. He disclosed this on Tuesday, 10th of December, 2024, during an interactive meeting with the coordinators…

Dele Farotimi’s Arrest, Imprisonment: Wrong turn for our democracy – Valentine Ozigbo

Dele Farotimi’s Arrest, Imprisonment: Wrong turn for our democracy – Valentine Ozigbo

The arrest and imprisonment of renowned human rights and good governance advocate, Dele Farotimi is a wrong turn in Nigeria’s match to build a durable democracy. Dele Farotimi was arrested in Lagos on Monday by policemen from Ekiti State Command and whisked to Ado Ekiti and arraigned on Wednesday in a Magistrate Court, Ado Ekiti…

VCO FOUNDATION BRINGS CHRISTMAS CHEER TO ANAMBRA ORPHANAGES

VCO FOUNDATION BRINGS CHRISTMAS CHEER TO ANAMBRA ORPHANAGES

Ekwuluobia, Anambra State, Nigeria The Valentine Chineto Ozigbo (VCO) Foundation has once again demonstrated its commitment to community service by hosting a Christmas outreach programme at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Ekwulobia on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. The event, which welcomed children from nine orphanage and welfare homes across Anambra State, was a testament to the…

Valentine Ozigbo Advocates for Transformative Vision “Ka Anambra Chawpụ” at Ndi Anambra Professionals Forum in Abuja

Valentine Ozigbo Advocates for Transformative Vision “Ka Anambra Chawpụ” at Ndi Anambra Professionals Forum in Abuja

Abuja, Nigeria – Mr. Valentine Ozigbo, esteemed leader and gubernatorial candidate in the forthcoming Anambra State election, addressed a gathering of Ndi Anambra professionals and elders at the Anambra State Public Officers and Elders Forum (ASPOF) meeting in Abuja. The event, chaired by Chief Pa. Simon Okeke, brought together prominent Anambra leaders committed to securing…

Valentine Ozigbo, through the VCO Foundation, Champions Youth Welfare at Cardinal Okpaleke’s Historic Pastoral Visit

Valentine Ozigbo, through the VCO Foundation, Champions Youth Welfare at Cardinal Okpaleke’s Historic Pastoral Visit

17 November 2024 AMESI, AGUATA LGA The VCO Foundation, through its founder Valentine Ozigbo, has made a significant commitment to support the Holy Childhood Association at St Joseph Catholic Church, Amesi, during the maiden pastoral visit of His Eminence, Peter Ebere Cardinal Okpaleke, Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Ekwulobia. During the service, which included…

UNUSUAL PRAISE ONITSHA 2024 MARKS ANOTHER MILESTONE AS AFRICA’S LARGEST CATHOLIC CONCERT

UNUSUAL PRAISE ONITSHA 2024 MARKS ANOTHER MILESTONE AS AFRICA’S LARGEST CATHOLIC CONCERT

Onitsha, Anambra State—The Basilica of the Most Holy Trinity in Onitsha was alive with divine celebration as it hosted the 2024 edition of Unusual Praise, widely recognized as the largest annual Catholic concert in Africa. The Onitsha edition, the fourth in the series, brought together thousands of faithful for a night of exceptional gospel music…

KUDOS TO THE OBIDIENT MOVEMENT FOR THE ENDORSEMENT AND CONTINUED SUPPORT – VALENTINE CHINETO OZIGBO

KUDOS TO THE OBIDIENT MOVEMENT FOR THE ENDORSEMENT AND CONTINUED SUPPORT – VALENTINE CHINETO OZIGBO

The Obidient Movement South-East Good Governance Symposium 2024, organized by Anambra State Support Groups, just ended on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at the All Saints Cathedral Auditorium, Onitsha, Anambra State.It had the National leader and Presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 elections, Mr Peter Obi, as the Special Guest of Honour with…