May Agbamuche-Mbu, Acting Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has reaffirmed the Commission’s readiness for the upcoming Anambra Governorship Election scheduled for November 8, 2025.

Speaking during the quarterly consultative meeting with political parties at the INEC Headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday, she said 10 out of 13 activities outlined in the election timetable had been completed, with all non-sensitive materials already delivered to the State.

She assured that the Commission would adhere strictly to its schedule and urged political parties to end campaigns by the November 6, 2025 deadline.

Agbamuche-Mbu also highlighted preparations for the Federal Capital Territory Area Council Elections set for February 21, 2026, covering six chairmanship and 62 councillorship positions.

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She noted that eight of the 13 scheduled activities had already been concluded, with INEC committed to maintaining transparency and inclusivity in all electoral processes.

On voter registration, the Acting Chairman disclosed that the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, which resumed in August, had witnessed impressive public participation.

The exercise, which runs until August 2026, allows online and in-person registration nationwide. Weekly updates, she said, are published on INEC’s website to ensure transparency and public accountability.

She further announced that out of 171 applications received for registration of new political parties, 14 had met the requirements to proceed to the next stage.

Agbamuche-Mbu also paid tribute to the immediate past INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, commending his legacy of innovation and institutional integrity.

Yusuf Mamman Dantalle, National Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), congratulated Agbamuche-Mbu on her appointment and pledged continued collaboration with INEC to deepen democratic governance.

He urged the National Assembly to expedite constitutional and electoral reforms proposed by IPAC, including the scrapping of State Independent Electoral Commissions, establishment of an Electoral Offences Commission, and enhanced inclusivity for women.

Dantalle said Nigerians expect credible and transparent elections, adding that the Anambra governorship poll would be a major test for the new INEC leadership.