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The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has congratulated Governor Chukwuma Soludo on his victory in the November 8, 2025, Anambra State governorship election.

In a statement signed by the party’s publicity secretary, Ejimofor Opara, the party described the victory as “historic and resounding,” noting that Governor Soludo secured 73 per cent of the total votes cast and won in 98 per cent of the 326 electoral wards across the state.

According to APGA, the outcome reflects the overwhelming confidence of ‘Ndi’ Anambra in the governor’s leadership, reforms, and vision for a “liveable and prosperous homeland”.

The statement described the triumph as “not just an electoral outcome, but a referendum on performance, progressive governance, and a reaffirmation of APGA as the true political identity of Ndi Igbo”.

Party Thanks Tinubu

The party expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for ensuring an atmosphere of peace and fairness throughout the election and commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for conducting a transparent and credible poll.

APGA also appreciated the security agencies for their professionalism and vigilance during the exercise.

The party, however, mourned the death of one of its members, Francis Ibe, the councillor of Owerre-Ezukala and leader of the Orumba South council, who was reportedly shot dead by gunmen shortly after casting his vote.

APGA prayed for the repose of his soul and called for the arrest and prosecution of his killers.

The party further extended appreciation to the people of Anambra State for their patience, courage, and participation in the electoral process, describing them as “the true winners of this election”.

APGA urged all candidates and political parties that participated in the election to accept Governor Soludo’s olive branch and work with him to strengthen peace and accelerate development in the state.

“As Governor Soludo embarks on his second term, APGA remains committed to building institutions, deepening democracy, expanding economic opportunities, and safeguarding the future of every Anambra son and daughter,” the statement added.

Gov Poll

The Anambra State governor was declared the winner of the November 8 governorship election by INEC.

According to the results announced by INEC in the early hours of Sunday, Soludo won by a landslide in the 21 local government areas of the state.

The State Returning Officer and Vice Chancellor of the University of Benin, Omoregie Edoba, declared Soludo as the winner of the exercise after the collation of results from the local government areas of the state where the election was held.

INEC said Soludo scored 422,664 votes.

His closest rival, Nicholas Ukachukwu of the All Progressives Congress (APC), polled 99,445 votes, while Paul Chukwuma of the Young Progressives Party (YPP) came third with 37,753 votes.

John Nwosu of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) scored 8,208 votes.

George Moghalu of the Labour Party (LP) and Jude Ezenwafor of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) scored 10,576 votes and 1,401 votes, respectively.

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, on Sunday said his administration will continue to do its best to tackle insecurity, vowing to rid the state of criminal elements.

The governor, who spoke at the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Auchi, during a thanksgiving service to mark his first anniversary in office, also promised to fix bad roads across the state.

“As I came here today, my mind was on how we will fix the bad roads. The second thought on my mind is about a matter that concerns us all — insecurity,” Okpebholo was quoted as saying in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua.

“We will continue to do our best to fight insecurity and ensure that the evil ones are driven out of our midst.”

Governor Okpebholo expressed gratitude to God for His grace and faithfulness, recalling how he made a solemn vow a year ago to return in thanksgiving upon winning both the primaries and the governorship election.

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“Sometime last year, I was in this church and I said, by God’s grace, that if I win the primaries and the gubernatorial election, I would return here to give thanks to God. Today, I have come to redeem that vow,” the governor declared.

The governor also appreciated the Catholic Bishop of Auchi Diocese, Most Rev. Dr. Gabriel G. Dunia, and the Catholic faithful for their prayers and moral support, describing them as partners in faith and governance.

“I want to thank the Bishop for his prayers and support. When he was speaking today, he was speaking my mind,” Okpebholo noted.

He further sympathized with the Church and families affected by recent kidnappings of priests within the diocese, assuring them of the government’s commitment to restoring peace and security across the state.

“While I sympathize with the Church over the kidnapped priests in recent times, I want to say that there is never a day we are not concerned about the insecurity in our land. We are doing everything possible to bring it to an end. I assure you that very soon, with your prayers and our efforts, we will overcome,” he said.

Governor Okpebholo reaffirmed his administration’s determination to rebuild Edo State on the foundation of peace, faith, and purposeful leadership. He emphasized that governance must always reflect compassion, service, and accountability, assuring the people that his administration remains committed to driving sustainable development across all sectors.

The thanksgiving service was officiated by Bishop Dunia, who delivered a sermon centered on cleanliness, holiness, and gratitude in leadership.

The bishop commended Governor Okpebholo for reintroducing the state’s monthly environmental sanitation exercise, describing it as a necessary step toward improving public health and moral discipline.

Bishop Dunia also praised the governor for keeping his vow of thanksgiving, describing him as a man of integrity and faith.

“You made a promise before God and His people that you would return to this altar to give thanks if you emerged victorious. Today, you have kept that promise. This is the mark of a man of faith and truth,” the bishop said.

The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has congratulated his Anambra counterpart, Professor Charles Soludo, on his re-election.

Soludo, candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), was declared winner of the Anambra governorship election held on Saturday, after polling 422,664 out of 584,054 valid votes across the state’s 21 local government areas, according to results released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

His closest rival, Nicholas Ukachukwu of the All Progressives Congress (APC), scored 99,445 votes, while the candidates of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) polled 8,208 and 1,401 votes respectively.

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In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, Governor Abiodun said the outcome of the election clearly demonstrated the confidence the people of Anambra repose in Soludo’s leadership.

“With the results of Saturday’s election, the people of Anambra State spoke in clear, unmistakable terms, affirming their belief in the leadership of His Excellency, Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo,” he  said.

Abiodun, who is the Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum, congratulated Soludo, who also serves as Vice Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum, urging him to sustain his policy direction and continue delivering development-driven governance.

He further encouraged Soludo to unify political interests across the state for inclusive growth.

The candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) in the 2025 Anambra State governorship election, Ms. Chioma Ifemeludike, has reacted to the results announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Ifemeludike said political deception could not supersede integrity.

“Integrity stands firm and higher than political deception. I am a winner,” she said in a post shared on her X handle on Sunday.

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Her statement followed the declaration of Chukwuma Soludo of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) by INEC as the winner of the election in the early hours of Sunday.

The election, which was held across the 21 local government areas of the state, was largely peaceful but with reports of low voter turnout in some areas.

INEC said Soludo scored 422,664 votes.

According to results released by INEC, the AAC candidate got 292 votes in the election.

His closest rival, the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s Nicholas Ukachukwu, who polled 99,445 votes.

Paul Chukwuma of the Young Progressives Party (YPP) came third with 37,753 votes, while John Nwosu of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) scored 8,208 votes.

George Moghalu of the Labour Party (LP) and Jude Ezenwafor of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) scored 10,576 votes and 1,401 votes, respectively.

Alleged Vote Buying

The AAC candidate had earlier raised the alarm about vote-buying in the election last Saturday,

But the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Anambra State, Queen Agwu, dismissed claims of vote-buying during Saturday’s governorship election.

The REC advised anyone making such claims to present credible evidence.

“When the two strongest candidates went to vote, they mentioned vote-buying. But like I said during voter education, anyone with such information should provide facts and figures,” Agwu said during an interview on Channels Television’s flagship programme, News at 10, on Saturday.

“Vote-buying is a very serious offence and a legislative matter. If you want to accuse someone, give us evidence.

“You can’t just go on television and say there’s vote-buying everywhere without mentioning one place,” she added.

Meanwhile, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrested three suspected vote buyers in different parts of the State during the elections.

Armed bandits suspected to be members of the Lakurawa group have launched a deadly attack on a outpost belonging to officers of the Nigeria Customs Service in Maje, a community in the Bagudo Local Government Area of Kebbi State.

According to local sources, the assailants invaded the facility in large numbers on Saturday night, shooting indiscriminately on the officers.

One Customs personnel was reportedly killed on the spot before the attackers set the camp ablaze.

“The terrorists came in large numbers and started shooting sporadically. Everyone ran for safety,” a resident of the community who craves anonymity told Channels Television.

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As of the time of filing this report, there is no official statement from the Nigeria Customs Service.

When contacted, the Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Customs Service, Kebbi State Command, Muhammad Tajudeen, confirmed the attack.

Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, on Sunday confirmed the killing of a councillor by gunmen in the just-concluded governorship poll.

The victim represented the Owerre Ezukala community in the Orumba South Local Government Area.

It was gathered that the tragic incident happened in Owerre Ezukala Ward 1 on Saturday.

Gunmen reportedly stormed the voting centre in the Owerre Ezukala ward one and shot the councillor while he was attempting to cast his vote.

Speaking shortly after being declared the winner of the poll, Soludo paid tribute to the councillor, identifying him as a member of the ruling All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA).

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“I also note with sadness the sad news that some hoodlums went to a community. We understand they came from across the border, caused mayhem and even killed one of our supporters, a councillor who had just voted and was heading home,” he stated.

“They accosted him and shot him dead. That’s a councillor and an APGA chieftain. It’s very unfortunate. May his soul rest in peace.”

Soludo, however, commended security agencies for thwarting plans to disrupt the governorship election.

He also commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for conducting a peaceful election, which, according to him, was free, fair, and credible.

‘Anambra Spirit Unites Us’

The governor reached out to his opponents in the just-concluded election, indicating readiness to work with them for the overall good of Anambra State.

He said that despite the tension that enveloped the state in the buildup to the election, Anambra was more united as political actors still merry together at social functions.

“To my opponents, my brothers and sisters who contested this election, this is the Anambra way. Sixteen of us were on the ballot, and obviously, one person will win. We have had fun in the Anambra way.

“The way we fight here in Anambra, we fight as if there will be no tomorrow, but we will still meet after the battle at the next wedding ceremonies, funerals, and share bottles of drinks and crack jokes.

“The Anambra spirit is what unites us. Let us, in brotherhood, embrace each other and move forward. I extend my hand of fellowship. We are prepared to work with all of you,” he added.

The incumbent governor contested the election with 15 other candidates.

They are Nicholas Ukachukwu of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Paul Chukwuma of the Young Progressives Party (YPP), John Nwosu of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dr George Moghalu of the Labour Party (LP), Oti Echezona of Allied People’s Movement (APM), Ndidi Olieh of National Rescue Movement (NRM), and Jeff Nweke of Action Alliance (AA).