Soludo Vows to Accelerate Development After Landslide Reelection
—Promises inclusive governance, commends INEC, Tinubu for credible poll
Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has vowed to intensify efforts towards the rapid development of Anambra State following his overwhelming victory in Saturday’s governorship election, where he recorded a clean sweep across all local government areas.
Soludo, who contested on the platform of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), secured over 70 percent of the total votes cast, winning 320 out of 326 council wards and clinching victory in the state’s 21 local government areas.
In his post-election address on Sunday, the governor expressed deep gratitude to Ndi Anambra for renewing their confidence in his leadership, assuring that his new mandate would be dedicated to consolidating progress and expanding development across all sectors.
> “This victory is a call to action for me, and I am committed to ensuring that our state continues on the path of progress and prosperity.
“The people have spoken with one voice, and I will not take this trust for granted”, Soludo said.
Calling for unity among political actors, the governor urged his opponents and other stakeholders to work together in advancing the state’s collective interest.
> “The Anambra way is to embrace reconciliation after the fight. Together, we can forge a stronger and more united Anambra,” he stated.
Soludo commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), under the leadership of Professor Joash Amupitan, for conducting what he described as a transparent and credible election. He also lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Federal Government for creating an enabling environment that ensured a peaceful and fair electoral process.
> “The efforts of INEC and the support from the Federal Government have proven vital in upholding the integrity of our democratic process,” he added.
Looking ahead to his second term, the governor highlighted some critical infrastructure and job creation as key priorities for his administration, noting that those sectors would form the backbone of his renewed development agenda.
Governor Soludo expressed his sadness for the killing of a stalwart of APGA and councilor at Owerre Ezukala during the electoral activities on Saturday and vowed that government would be committed to fishing out the perpetrators.
Political observers have described Soludo’s victory as a resounding vote of confidence in his performance during his first term, citing notable progress in infrastructure development, youth empowerment, and public service reforms.
The governor’s conciliatory tone and emphasis on inclusive governance have been widely welcomed by the people, with many residents expressing optimism that his renewed mandate will drive Anambra toward greater unity and economic growth.
With his victory reaffirmed, all eyes are now on Governor Soludo as he sets out to consolidate his vision of a prosperous, secure, and more united Anambra State.
EDITOR
Sam Udekwe is a journalist working in the News and Current Affairs department, Enugu State Broadcasting Service (ESBS) Enugu. He is well trained in all genres of journalistic venture.
Mr Sam read Mass Communication, graduating all with Distinction in National Diploma, Higher National Diploma and Postgraduate Diploma at IMT, Enugu and Madonna University, Okija, Anambra state, as well as M.Sc Mass Communication at National Open University of Nigeria.
He is the immediate past NUJ Chairman, Enugu state.
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