John Nwosu, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate in the Anambra State gubernatorial election held on Saturday, November 8, 2025, has formally contested the results, citing widespread allegations of vote-buying and procedural irregularities.
In a statement made on Channels Television’s Morning Brief on Monday, November 10, Nwosu claimed that the election, which saw Governor Chukwuma Soludo of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) secure a second term, was “neither free nor fair,” alleging that the outcome was influenced by financial inducements. Nwosu stated, “The election wasn’t fair; it was a business of vote-buying. I was physically there in my ward where I saw people collecting money before voting.” He further alleged that voters were offered sums ranging from ₦3,000 to ₦20,000 in exchange for their votes.
Nwosu specifically accused both APGA and the All Progressives Congress (APC) of engaging in vote-buying practices, claiming that law enforcement apprehended individuals connected to both parties with over ₦70 million allegedly intended for voter inducement. He called for the prosecution of those involved.
The ADC candidate also disputed the official results released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), questioning the accuracy of figures reported from several local government areas, including his own.
Nwosu refuted any suggestion that his criticism stemmed from his departure from APGA, emphasizing his commitment to integrity and democratic principles. “I left APGA because there was no internal democracy. I have maintained my integrity throughout this election… I cannot trade my values for political power,” he asserted.
Addressing the issue of electoral malfeasance, Nwosu urged government agencies to take action against vote-buying, stating, “And my advice to the federal government and all the government agencies that are entrusted with the election is for them to stop sweeping the effect of vote buying under the carpet.”
Despite his objections, Nwosu affirmed that his political aspirations were not a “do-or-die” matter and expressed a willingness to collaborate with others for the betterment of Anambra State. He also indicated that the ADC is currently reviewing the election process and will determine whether to pursue legal action.
INEC declared Professor Soludo the winner of the November 8 election, securing a second term that will extend until 2030.
