Achike Udenwa

Achike Udenwa

politician Nigeria

Achike Udenwa is a Nigerian politician and former governor of Imo State, known for his candid views on the electoral process in Nigeria. Recently, Udenwa claimed that elections can be easily bought by politicians with sufficient financial resources, highlighting the influence of money over key institutions such as the Independent National Electoral Commission and law enforcement. As a member of the Peoples Democratic Party Board of Trustees, he has voiced concerns about the transactional nature of Nigerian politics and the need for reform to ensure credible leadership.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
581,419
Power
1,264$
Sentiment
5.67
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Nigeria 6 5.67 0.26% +10% 206,139,589 581,419 $448,000 1,264$
Totals 6 206,139,589 581,419 $448,000 1,264$
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Recent Mentions

Nigeria Nigeria: Other notable delegates that accompanied Atiku on the visit included former governors Gabriel Suswan, Jibrilla Bindow, and Achike Udenwa. 6

The Punch: Our visit to Buhari not for coalition talks – Atiku

Nigeria Nigeria: Achike Udenwa, a former Imo governor, recently raised the alarm over potent threats to democracy. 6

The Punch: Role of money in Nigeria’s democracy

Nigeria Nigeria: Former Governor of Imo State, Achike Udenwa, has claimed that elections in Nigeria can be bought by politicians with enough money. 4

The Punch: Money can buy elections in Nigeria—Ex-governor Udenwa