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The Independent National Electoral Commission ( INEC ) rescheduled the Enugu East senatorial poll to March 11, 2023.
He was killed alongside his personal assistant and several supporters.
The attackers shot the victims and subsequently set their vehicle ablaze with petrol bombs. The Independent National Electoral Commission ( INEC )
The murder was condemned by then-President Muhammadu Buhari, presidential candidate Peter Obi, and international figures, including U.S. President Joe Biden .
Chukwu was ambushed in the Amechi Awkunanaw area of Enugu while returning from a campaign rally. presidential candidate Peter Obi
He was considered a frontrunner for the seat, leading many to suspect a political assassination. Immediate Aftermath
His younger brother, Kelvin Chukwu , was nominated to run in his place. and international figures
Nigerian Senate candidate killed ahead of presidential elections