The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has accredited 121 domestic and international organisations to observe the forthcoming Anambra State governorship election scheduled for November 8, 2025.
According to an announcement published by the commission on Monday, the list includes prominent foreign observers such as the British High Commission, the European Union, and the High Commission of Canada.
Among domestic observers are Yiaga Africa Initiative, The Electoral Hub, and the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD), all cleared to monitor the exercise.
INEC stated that the observers are expected to evaluate the transparency, credibility, and compliance of the election with democratic standards.
The electoral body also confirmed that 2.8 million registered voters are expected to participate in the off-cycle poll.
A total of 16 political parties met the submission deadline of May 12 and will field candidates in the election. INEC has released the final list of candidates and officially declared campaign activities open.
