The warning extends to Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu and Imo states, in addition to Igbo-speaking communities in Delta State, together with Anioma, and Rivers State, together with Ikwerre communities.
The pan-Igbo organisation insisted that each eligible voter deserved the liberty to solid a poll with out intimidation, coercion, vote-shopping for, poll snatching or manipulation of election outcomes.
This was contained in an announcement issued on Monday by the factional Deputy President-General, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, and Professor Chibuikeya Achoakawa, and made out there to journalists.
The assertion stated the Imeobi, the very best choice-making organ of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, had accredited the organisation’s proposed Igbo Blueprint for the 2027 elections, which prioritises huge voter participation, electoral accountability, political consciousness and the safety of the people’s mandate.
Ohanaeze urged Ndigbo to reject voter apathy, get hold of their Permanent Voter Cards, take part actively within the electoral course of and stay vigilant all through voting, counting, collation and the announcement of outcomes.
The organisation referred to as on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure clear, free, honest and credible elections through which the ultimate outcomes replicate the precise votes solid.
Invoking the cultural symbolism of the Nzọgbu Nzọgbu spirit and the standard Amadioha deity, Ohanaeze declared that the Igbo people’s willpower to withstand injustice and defend their dignity should not be underestimated.
The organisation pressured that these cultural references represented the collective resolve of Ndigbo to reject oppression, political manipulation and the deliberate suppression of their democratic rights.
Ohanaeze additional referred to as on Ndigbo to vote in line with their consciences and assess each candidate on benefit, integrity, competence, efficiency and dedication to the collective pursuits of the people.
It stated politicians who had didn’t fulfil their guarantees, uncared for their constituencies or abused public belief should not count on computerized electoral help merely due to their social gathering affiliations.
The organisation additionally demanded accountability in native authorities administration and urged voters to scrutinise the administration of public funds. It stated any confirmed diversion or misappropriation of native authorities allocations should be investigated and people accountable made to face the results prescribed by legislation.
Ohanaeze warned potential election riggers that political affect, monetary energy and public workplace wouldn’t excuse electoral crimes.
It referred to as on the National Assembly to strengthen electoral laws, shut loopholes that facilitate malpractice and make sure the efficient investigation and prosecution of offenders, with applicable penalties imposed in accordance with the Constitution and due course of.
“Ohanaeze’s position is clear: the votes of Ndigbo belong to the people, not to politicians or political parties. No individual has the right to steal the people’s mandate, and no political ambition justifies the subversion of democracy,” the assertion stated.
The organisation referred to as on all stakeholders to make sure that the 2027 elections grew to become a defining second for democratic accountability in Igboland. It urged Ndigbo to stay united, vigilant and decided to train their constitutional rights with out worry or intimidation.
“The message to election riggers is unequivocal: Ndigbo will not surrender their votes, their dignity or their democratic future. The spirit of Nzọgbu Nzọgbu and the symbolism of Amadioha stand as powerful reminders of a people’s determination to resist injustice.
“Anyone who attempts to manipulate the ballot must be prepared to answer for their actions under the law. In 2027, the people’s mandate must prevail,” the assertion added.
