Elections

VOICE OF HOPE: Bishop Godfrey Onah Casts Ballot in Enugu North Bye-Election, Condemns Mass Voter Disenfranchisement and Low Turnout Caused by State-Sponsored Lockdown

The Catholic Bishop of Nsukka Diocese, Most Rev. Godfrey Onah, has cast his ballot in the ongoing Enugu North Senatorial bye-election, delivering a powerful message of resilience to the electorate. Speaking after voting, the influential cleric expressed deep concern over the remarkably low voter turnout at his polling unit—a direct consequence of the aggressive 18-hour movement ban and atmosphere of intimidation imposed by state forces. Despite these severe obstacles, Bishop Onah urged citizens not to lose hope in the democratic process, insisting that Nigeria will eventually get its elections right if every individual stands firm and plays their part to defend the ballot.