2010 Anambra State gubernatorial election
The 2010 Anambra State gubernatorial election occurred in Nigeria on February 6, 2010. The APGA nominee Peter Obi won the election, defeating Chris Ngige of the Action Congress of Nigeria.
Peter Obi emerged APGA candidate. He picked Emeka Sibeudu as his running mate. Chris Ngige was the ACN candidate. 25 candidates contested in the election.
Electoral system
The Governor of Anambra State is elected using the plurality voting system.Primary election
APGA primary
The APGA primary election was won by Peter Obi. He picked Emeka Sibeudu as his running mate.ACN primary
The ACN primary election was won by Chris Ngige.Results
A total number of 25 candidates registered with the Independent National Electoral Commission to contest in the election.The total number of registered voters in the state was 1,844,815. Total number of votes cast was 301,232, while number of valid votes was 284,547. Rejected votes were 16,685.