Chuma Nzeribe has emerged as the Labour Party’s flag bearer for the upcoming Anambra South Senatorial bye-election, securing a decisive victory in the party’s primary election held over the weekend.
Nzeribe polled a total of 377 votes, defeating his closest rival, Emeka Anagwu, who garnered 213 votes.
The keenly contested primary saw party delegates from across the senatorial district cast their ballots in what was described by observers as a peaceful and transparent process.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had scheduled the bye-election for August 16, 2025, to fill the vacant Anambra South senatorial seat.
