Nicholas Ukachukwu, the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Anambra State, has declared his intent to unseat incumbent Governor Charles Soludo in the upcoming November 8, 2025, election.
Speaking after receiving the party’s flag from President Bola Tinubu at the Aso Rock Villa in Abuja, Ukachukwu emphasized the strength of his candidacy, stating,
“When I left APGA, I left with all my supporters. That makes APC stronger.”
He expressed confidence in the APC’s readiness to challenge the status quo, asserting,
“I ran on a joint ticket with the current governor. I was a former APGA senatorial candidate. Now we’ve all joined APC, myself, my deputy, and other leaders across the zones.”
Ukachukwu claimed that the APC now has a formidable presence across all senatorial zones in Anambra, adding,
“It means nothing is left of APGA in the state.”
He revealed that over 80 support groups, including members from the Labour Party and the Young Progressives Party, have aligned with the APC in a growing coalition to defeat the incumbent government. Ukachukwu noted,
“People from Labour, YPP, even APGA, are joining us.”
Reflecting on his meeting with President Tinubu, Ukachukwu shared that the president was impressed with the level of preparation and the warm reception he received during his recent visit to Anambra. He added,
“He gave us the charge to bring Anambra to the centre. He was happy with how ready we are. Now it’s time to deliver.”
Addressing internal party unity following the APC governorship primaries in the state, Ukachukwu noted that the party’s National Working Committee, led by its chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, had successfully reconciled nearly all factions.
