1983 Imo State gubernatorial election
# 1983 Imo State gubernatorial election

The 1983 Imo State gubernatorial election occurred in Nigeria on August 13, 1983. The NPP nominee Sam Mbakwe won the election, defeating other candidates.

Sam Mbakwe emerged NPP candidate.

## Electoral system

The Governor of Imo State is elected using the plurality voting system.

## Primary election

### NPP primary

The NPP primary election was won by Sam Mbakwe.

## Results

| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| - | - | - |
| | Sam Mbakwe | Nigerian People's Party |
| Total |||
| Source: World States Men |||
