Anambra 2025: Soludo Declares Himself Unopposed in Anambra Guber Race, Says Opponents Are Seeking Funds Not Votes

 

Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, the Governor of Anambra State, has once again positioned himself as the undeniable frontrunner in the upcoming November 8 governorship election. Speaking during a well-attended endorsement rally held in Awka on Saturday, the governor confidently declared that he is running unchallenged, dismissing his opponents as mere opportunists attempting to use the race as a fundraising avenue rather than a genuine attempt to serve the people.

Saturday’s rally, organized by stakeholders from the Anambra Central Senatorial Zone, marked the second major endorsement the governor has received in recent weeks. A similar rally was previously held in Otuocha, Anambra East Local Government Area, where key figures from the Anambra North Senatorial Zone threw their weight behind Soludo’s second-term ambition, describing it as a consensus decision rooted in political stability and regional balance.

Addressing the massive crowd in Awka, Soludo emphasized that Anambra State has benefitted greatly from an unbroken zoning agreement which should not be undermined for personal ambition. According to the governor, the zoning arrangement ensures equitable power rotation among the three senatorial zones, a structure that began with Peter Obi from the Central Zone, followed by Willie Obiano from the North, and currently himself from the South.

Soludo stressed that after his second term, power should return to the Central Zone to preserve political fairness. He warned that any attempt by another candidate from the South to succeed him would distort the rotational structure and effectively postpone the Central’s opportunity for another eight years.

Standing before political leaders, traditional rulers, market associations, student groups, and community leaders, the governor said, “What we have in Anambra is a system that works. Peter Obi from the Central did his eight years. Then Obiano from the North did his. Now the South, where I come from, is serving. After my second term, it will be the Central’s turn again. Anyone from the South challenging me now is not only disrupting that flow but is also attempting to elongate the South’s turn beyond the agreed timeframe.”

He dismissed the political aspirations of his challengers, suggesting they are more interested in soliciting financial support from wealthy individuals and political godfathers than in presenting a credible alternative. “We are hearing that some people are contesting, but the truth is they are not serious. They are just moving around saying, ‘Help me, I’m contesting for governor.’ It’s not a campaign; it’s a fundraising drive,” Soludo claimed, drawing applause from his audience.

He also used the platform to assure supporters that his administration remains focused on delivering development and reform across the state. Noting his recent move into the Anambra Light House City, the newly built Government House, Soludo said this milestone marks the beginning of another phase of transformation for the state.

“Yesterday, I officially moved into the new Government House. I slept there and this morning, I simply walked over to this venue. We are just getting started. There is more to come for Anambra people,” he said with enthusiasm.

The governor’s remarks were echoed by several prominent voices at the rally. Among those who gave their nod of approval were former aviation minister Osita Chidoka, legal practitioner Okey Muo-Aroh, various student union leaders, market heads, and traditional rulers. Their message was unified and clear: Soludo remains the candidate of choice, and his continuity is essential for the state’s progress.

Hon. Chukwuma Okoye, the Deputy Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, read a communique on behalf of the entire Central Senatorial Zone. The document formally endorsed Soludo’s candidacy and pledged full support from the zone, asserting that his re-election would solidify the gains already recorded under his leadership.

Party loyalists, members of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), and community-based organizations were visibly energized by the governor’s remarks. The repeated phrase "APGA is Anambra, and Anambra is APGA" rang out across the venue, reflecting the sense of ownership and identity many attendees expressed toward the party.

While opposition candidates are yet to mount any significant campaign against Soludo, the governor’s declaration and the strategic endorsements point to a political environment already tilting heavily in his favor. Whether this momentum will hold until election day remains to be seen, but Soludo’s confidence appears unshakable.