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Awka, Anambra State – Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has emerged unopposed because the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) gubernatorial candidate forward of the November 8, 2025 governorship election in Anambra State.
The Bureau Newspaper gathered that the incumbent governor was overwhelmingly nominated by a unanimous voice vote by 3,168 out of three,175 accredited delegates, representing the 326 wards throughout the state. Solely 4 votes had been declared invalid within the peaceable and clear train, which drew participation from delegates throughout all 21 native authorities areas.
In his acceptance speech, Governor Soludo expressed heartfelt gratitude to God, the APGA management, and the folks of Anambra State for the boldness reposed in him.
“Your assist is not only inspiring; it’s a mandate to proceed the transformational journey we now have began,” he mentioned, whereas addressing the cheering crowd on the venue of the primaries.
The Governor described the result of the first as a reaffirmation of the belief Anambra folks have in his administration’s imaginative and prescient and efficiency since assuming workplace in March 2022.
Governor Soludo additionally lauded the Impartial Nationwide Electoral Fee (INEC) for its position in making certain a free, truthful, and credible major election course of, according to Nigeria’s Electoral Act and democratic rules.
“INEC has proven professionalism and impartiality. This major displays the true spirit of democracy,” he added.
Soludo, a former Governor of the Central Financial institution of Nigeria, reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to pursuing sustainable growth by his five-pillar growth agenda, which focuses on financial transformation, infrastructure, safety, schooling, and well being.
He additional introduced the renomination of Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim as his operating mate, noting that continuity in management will speed up the progress already made in a number of crucial areas.
Talking on the occasion, Mr. Chuka Nwannah, a delegate from Awka South, hailed Soludo’s achievements, describing them as “big strides” which have positively remodeled lives and communities throughout the state.
“From highway infrastructure to public service reforms and youth empowerment, Governor Soludo has demonstrated unusual dedication and competence,” Nwannah famous.
The spotlight of the event was the official presentation of the Certificates of Nomination to Governor Soludo by the APGA Major Election Committee, marking a vital milestone in his re-election journey.
Because the November 8 election attracts close to, political watchers say Governor Soludo’s emergence as APGA’s flagbearer units the stage for what might turn out to be a referendum on his efficiency and a defining second for the celebration’s maintain on Anambra State politics.
