By Lucy Osuizigbo-Okechukwu
Awka, May 11, 2026 (NAN) Aspirants seeking nomination under the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) have been directed to appear with the original copies of their highest academic qualifications for verification.
This is contained in a statement signed by Ejimofor Opara, National Publicity Secretary of APGA.
Opara said the directive was part of guidelines for the screening ahead of the 2026 primary elections for aspirants from Anambra.
According to him, the exercise will cover aspirants seeking nominations into the National Assembly and the Anambra State House of Assembly.
“Screening for National Assembly aspirants, including those contesting for Senate and House of Representatives seats, is ongoing at the party’s National Headquarters in Abuja,” he said.
Opara added that the screening for aspirants vying for seats in the Anambra State House of Assembly would take place on May 12 at its regional office in Awka.
He stated that all screening would commence at 10:00 a.m.
He also emphasised that only members of the screening committee and duly cleared aspirants would be granted access to the venues, advising supporters and associates to stay away to ensure order.
Opara further clarified that the exercise was free of charge, warning aspirants against making payments to any individual or group under any guise.
The national publicity secretary also urged them to report any such demands to the National Secretariat.
He said details of screening for aspirants from states outside Anambra would be communicated through official party channels in due course.(NAN)
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