AWKA, Nigeria \u2014 Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has won re-election in a landslide, clearing all 21 local government areas in the Anambra State governorship poll concluded early Sunday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) confirmed Soludo\u2019s victory at its state headquarters in Awka, where final collation showed the incumbent securing over 75 percent of the total votes cast. His closest rival, Nicholas Ukachukwu of the All Progressives Congress (APC), finished a distant second.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Soludo\u2019s clean sweep marks a historic moment in Anambra\u2019s electoral history, with the governor surpassing the constitutional requirement of winning at least two-thirds of the LGAs and the highest number of votes statewide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In his post-election remarks, Soludo thanked voters for their confidence. \u201cThis victory is not mine alone \u2014 it belongs to every Anambra citizen who believes in the power of transformation. We will not relent,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Reactions across the state were swift and varied. Supporters gathered in Awka and Onitsha to celebrate, waving APGA flags and chanting \u201cSolution is here to stay,\u201d a reference to Soludo\u2019s campaign slogan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, opposition figures expressed skepticism. Labour Party candidate George Moghalu said, \u201cWhile we respect the outcome, we will be reviewing the process in select LGAs. Democracy must be transparent.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Civil society groups monitoring the election praised improvements in logistics and voter turnout but raised concerns about low youth participation. \u201cThe process was largely peaceful, but the enthusiasm among young voters was underwhelming,\u201d said Ngozi Okeke of the Anambra Civic Watch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Governors from across Nigeria also weighed in. Abia State Governor Alex Otti congratulated Soludo, calling the victory \u201ca resounding endorsement of visionary leadership.\u201d Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah described the outcome as \u201ca reflection of the people\u2019s trust in continuity and competence.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma emphasized regional unity, saying, \u201cSoludo\u2019s win strengthens the Southeast\u2019s voice in national development. I look forward to continued collaboration.\u201d Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu posted on X, \u201cYour clean sweep is a testament to your dedication and the people\u2019s belief in your leadership.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Political analysts say Soludo\u2019s victory consolidates APGA\u2019s influence in the region and positions the governor as a key figure in national discourse ahead of 2027. \u201cThis win gives Soludo leverage beyond Anambra,\u201d said Dr. Emeka Nwosu of the Centre for Democratic Studies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
INEC officials reported no major irregularities, and international observers from ECOWAS and the Commonwealth described the election as \u201ccredible and reflective of the will of the people.\u201d Soludo is expected to receive his certificate of return later today, after which he will outline his second-term agenda focused on infrastructure, education, and digital governance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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