APC Guber Candidate’s Campaign Suspended by Anambra Local Government Chairman

On Wednesday, Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for governor, was prevented from having a political rally in the Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State by Hon. Shedrack Azubuike.

It was learned that the demonstration violated regulations that forbid using public or private schools as venues for campaigns during school hours.

As Ukachukwu’s campaign council members were setting up canopies for the rally at St. Augustine Primary School in Umunze during school hours, the chairman stormed the area and called off the event, citing a rule violation and a failure to obtain permission from the local government authority.

According to a source, Hon. Azubuike ordered the canopies to be taken down right away and told the organizers to leave the location until an official approval letter was presented.

When contacted, the chairman said that the activity went against an August 14, 2025, regulation that forbids political, religious, or social gatherings in the state’s public and private schools during school hours.

He pointed out that: Teaching and learning are hampered by the loudness and disturbance from such events. In August 2025, the Anambra State Ministry of Education released a circular prohibiting political, social, and religious meetings on school property.

“Restriction on Political, Religious, and Social Gatherings in Schools During School Hours” is the title of this circular.

“No group is targeted by this enforcement. It is to uphold public safety, peace, and order in accordance with the rules set forth by our council.

Therefore, a written clearance is required before any organization or individual can use a school facility.

He reaffirmed his commitment to making sure that all public events in Orumba South adhere to established administrative and safety norms while cautioning that school administrators and owners who disregard the mandate would suffer administrative or legal repercussions.