PHOTO: Anambra Central Endorses Gov Soludo as Consensus Candidate Ahead of Election

In an unprecedented show of unity and support, stakeholders from across Anambra Central Senatorial District adopted and endorsed Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, and his Deputy, Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim, as the consensus candidates for the November 8 gubernatorial election.

The endorsement was made at an event that attracted more than 10,000 strong party faithful and supporters at the Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka.

The occasion brought together political leaders, community heads, youth representatives, and women’s groups, cut across seven local government areas, and 109 wards within the state, all rallying behind Governor Soludo and his Deputy, Dr onyekachukwuIbezim.

key figures in attendance included members of the state legislature and traditional rulers, among others, all emphasizing the need for continuity in governance.

Addressing the audience, Governor Soludo expressed gratitude for the endorsement, highlighting the achievements of his administration since taking office, pointing out that under successive administrations, Anambra has succeeded in enthroning a political order in its political landscape, with a zoning system in place.

While championing a call for respect for the zoning system, the Governor noted the significant strides made by his government in education, healthcare, and infrastructure, pointing to ongoing projects that will also be laying a solid foundation for Anambra’s future.

Earlier, the Deputy Governor, Dr. Ibezim echoed the Governor’s sentiments, emphasizing the importance of collaboration among all sectors of the community, just as Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Solo Chukwulobelu, Deputy Speaker at the State Assembly, Rt. Hon. Chukwuma Okoye, APGA State Chiarman, Barr. Ifeatu Obiokoye, Chief Osita Chidoka, Chief Dozie Nwankwo, Dr. Ifeanyi Okoye and a retinue of others, stood firm in support that Governor Soludo should continue his transformational governance for another term of four years.

The event concluded with conferrment of Chieftaincy title of “Oluatuegwu” on Governor Soludo as well as a call to action for ndị Anambra to participate actively in the upcoming election and ensure that their voices are heard at the polls.

As the countdown to the November 8 gubernatorial election begins, the endorsement event marks a pivotal moment in Anambra’s political landscape, setting the stage for what promises to be a vibrant electoral contest centered around accountability, development, and community engagement.

By Christian ABURIME.

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