Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for governor, was prevented from having a political rally in the Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State on Wednesday by Hon. Shedrack Azubuike, the area’s chairman.
It was learned that the demonstration violated regulations that forbid using public or private schools as venues for political campaigns during school hours.
As Ukachukwu’s campaign council members were setting up canopies for the rally at St. Augustine Primary School in Umunze during school hours, the chairman barged in and called off the event, citing a rule violation and a failure to obtain permission from the local government authority.
According to a source, Hon. Azubuike ordered the canopies to be taken down right away and told organizers to leave the area until an official clearance letter was presented.
When contacted, the chairman said that the activity went against an August 14, 2025, regulation that forbade political, religious, or social gatherings in the state’s public and private schools during school hours.
He observed that: Teaching and learning are hampered by the loudness and disturbance from such events. In August 2025, the Anambra State Ministry of Education published a circular prohibiting political, social, and religious events on school property.
“Restrictions on Political, Religious, and Social Gatherings in Schools During School Hours” is the title of this circular.
No group is targeted by this enforcement. In accordance with the rules set forth by our council, it is to uphold public safety, peace, and order.
Therefore, a written clearance must be obtained before any organization or individual can utilize a school facility.
He reaffirmed his commitment to making sure that all public events in Orumba South adhere to established administrative and safety norms while cautioning that school administrators and business owners who disregard the mandate would suffer administrative or legal repercussions.
