Soludo Welcomes Ibezim Back to APGA, Vows to Pick Successor from Anambra Central

By Praise Chinecherem

Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo has described the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) as the umbrella for all progressives in the state.

He said APGA has never been more united and stronger than it is under his administration.

The Governor made this declaration in Abatete in Idemili North at an endorsement rally for his candidacy and the homecoming event for Hon. Ifeanyi Ibezi, who recently joined the party.

He noted that his campaign has evolved into a grassroots movement, with communities actively taking ownership by organizing endorsement rallies at their own expense.

Welcoming Ibezi back to the party, Soludo said, “APGA serves as the umbrella for all progressives in Anambra. In fact, Anambra is synonymous with APGA, and APGA is synonymous with Anambra.

“We are going round the state welcoming major people back into the fold. APGA has never being more united and stronger than it is today.”

The Governor announced that the zoning of the Governor’s seat among the state’s three senatorial districts has been officially institutionalized and should be upheld in future elections.

According to him, the Southern senatorial zone, which he represents, currently holds the Governor’s position after the Northern district maintained power for eight years.

“Following this term, the Central Senatorial district will have the opportunity to govern for the next eight years,” he explained.

Expressing confidence in resounding victory for APGA across the state’s 5,720 polling units and 326 political wards, the Governor addressed the longstanding electoral challenge in Idemili North, which has the highest number of voters yet consistently produces low turnout.

He urged the community to demonstrate its voting strength and break the paradox in the upcoming November 8 elections and assured them of ongoing developments as the state continues to rise.

Secretary to the State Government, Prof Solo Chukwulobelu, highlighted some of Soludo’s initiatives in Idemili, including construction of two smart schools, recruitment of teachers, among others, expressing optimism for an APGA victory.

APGA’s National Chairman, Barr. Sly Ezeokenwa, and State Chairman, Barr. Ifeatu Obiokoye, welcomed Hon. Ibezi back into the party, expressing satisfaction with his return.

Others, including Commissioner for Works, Engr. Ifeanyi Okoma and his information counterpart, Dr. Law Mefor, Dr. Nelson Omenugha, Idemili North LG chairman, Mr. Stanley Nkwoka, Idemili South’s Mrs. Amaka Obi, Chief Okey Muoaro, and Chief Tony Onyima, all assured the Governor of their unwavering support and victory in the region.

The event also featured presentation of N20 million cheque to support the Governor’s campaign.