Anambra Guber Poll: Human Rights Lawyer, Ejiofor Congratulates Soludo over 2nd Term Victory

By Olisemeka Obeche

Human Rights Lawyer, Barrister Ifeanyi Ejiofor has congratulated Governor Chukwuma Soludo, the candidate of All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA over his re-election victory on Saturday.

Ejiofor, who is also a lead counsel to the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra, IPOB, described Soludo’s triumph as well-merited, and a reward of his wide acceptance across the state.

He said: “This victory, though emphatic and overwhelming, came as no surprise to discerning observers of Anambra’s political landscape. It was a triumph long foretold, a success I had publicly predicted days before the poll. All empirical indicators and political permutations pointed unmistakably to the fact that Governor Soludo was, in truth, in a contest against himself.

“While many may have speculated otherwise, the handwriting on the wall was crystal clear: his broad-based acceptance across the length and breadth of Anambra State, his grassroots engagement, and the visible imprints of his developmental strides spoke louder than any campaign slogan. Indeed, among all the contestants, none possessed the political capital, performance record, or people’s trust strong enough to alter the tide. What transpired at the polls was not merely an election, it was, in every sense, a coronation by the people of Anambra State, reaffirming their confidence in a visionary leader.

“Governor Soludo’s reelection is, therefore, not only a personal victory but a collective triumph for Ndi Anambra, a renewed mandate for consolidation, continuity, and accelerated transformation. It affirms that leadership founded on intellect, courage, and integrity still resonates deeply with our people”, he adds.

Ejiofor, however urged Governor Soludo to be magnanimous in his victory and dedicate himself to inclusiveness, tolerance, and visionary governance in Anambra.

“The season of campaign rhetoric is over; governance, in its purest form, must now take centre stage. The Governor must see himself as the leader of all, those who supported him and those who did not. The spirit of inclusiveness, tolerance, and visionary governance should continue to define his stewardship.

According to him, Soludo’s re-election victory should rekindle his avowed commitment to transform Anambra State into the real “Dubai of Africa”, as he has consistently envisioned.

“The people have renewed their faith in him; the task ahead is to translate that faith into greater prosperity, unity, and sustainable development for our dear state”, Ejior, a Knight of St. Christopher said.