- Presidential candidates must pay ₦50 million to run outdoor campaigns in Anambra State. Senatorial candidates face a ₦20 million fee.
- The Anambra State Signage and Advertisement Agency (ANSAA) announced these guidelines. All materials must get vetting from the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON).
- The state introduces this permit system to maintain order. It aims to prevent visual pollution and stop the defacing of public buildings.
The Anambra State Government has introduced new permit fees for political campaigns. The fees target outdoor promotional activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Presidential aspirants must pay ₦50 million before deploying materials. Senatorial candidates will pay ₦20 million. Furthermore, House of Representatives candidates face a ₦5 million fee.
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House of Assembly hopefuls must pay ₦1.5 million. Local government chairmanship contestants face ₦2.5 million, while councillorship candidates will pay ₦100,000.
Eko Hot Blog reports that Chika Ngobili, the Assistant General Manager of ANSAA, announced these rates on Friday. He spoke during a press briefing at the agency’s headquarters in Awka. Ngobili stated that the rules guide out-of-home promotions before INEC officially lifts the campaign ban.
The mandatory permits cover various materials and events. These include posters, public address systems, branded vehicles, rallies, and banners.
The state introduced the system to ensure proper coordination. It also aims to maintain environmental aesthetics and protect public infrastructure.
The agency explicitly warned political actors against damaging opponents’ campaign materials. Ngobili noted that defacing or removing rival advertisements is unlawful.
He urged all parties to respect shared visual spaces. Additionally, individuals cannot erect billboards independently. They must use licensed advertising practitioners recognized by ARCON and authorized by ANSAA.
The state also cautioned against pasting posters on public properties. Prohibited areas include bridges, flyovers, schools, and hospitals.
All campaign materials must receive approval from ARCON before public deployment. ANSAA enforcement teams will strictly monitor compliance throughout the state. Violators of these visual guidelines will face legal sanctions.
Ngobili concluded by urging all stakeholders to approach the upcoming election peacefully.
He reminded politicians that electioneering should not be treated as a do-or-die affair. He also called on media professionals to support the agency in maintaining order.
