The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) now requires video documentation of primary election activities in Anambra State for the validation of results [1].
This policy shift aims to curb electoral fraud and ensure the credibility of the party's internal selection process. By mandating visual proof of the proceedings, the party intends to reduce disputes over result tallies and increase transparency for candidates and voters [1].
Under the new rules, the party will not accept or validate any election results that lack accompanying video evidence [1]. The measure applies specifically to the primary elections held within Anambra State, where the party seeks to establish a more rigorous standard for verification [2].
Party officials said the directive is a necessary step to protect the integrity of the democratic process within the organization [1]. The requirement for video recording is designed to provide an objective record of the voting and counting phases, preventing the manipulation of figures after the polls close [2].
APGA officials said the move is intended to boost the confidence of party members in the fairness of the primaries [1]. The party has signaled that any failure to comply with these documentation rules will lead to the automatic rejection of the submitted results [2].
“No video, no result”
This move reflects a growing trend in Nigerian regional politics to utilize digital verification to combat longstanding issues of electoral malpractice. By making video evidence a prerequisite for validation, APGA is shifting the burden of proof onto election officials, potentially reducing the number of legal challenges following primary contests.
