Ahead of Anambra 2025 elections, in a political rallying call, over 2,000 women from 179 communities across Anambra State have officially endorsed Governor Chukwuma Soludo for re-election in the upcoming November 8, 2025, governorship election.
This endorsement was announced at the 2025 Anambra State Women Summit, convened by the state Women Leader of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Esther Onyekesi, at the party’s South-East Regional Office in Awka.
During the summit, Onyekesi urged the diverse group of women representing various backgrounds and political affiliations to support Soludo, emphasizing the importance of continuity in the governor’s development initiatives.
“We adopt Governor Chukwuma Soludo as our sole candidate due to his remarkable achievements in just under three years in office,” she said.
Onyekesi highlighted several key accomplishments of Soludo’s administration, including enhanced health services and security measures. She noted that every pregnant woman in the state has access to free antenatal care in government hospitals, while children benefit from free education.
Additionally, the One Youth, Two Skills program has been pivotal, offering free training and empowerment to the youth.
In a passionate appeal, Onyekesi called on other governorship aspirants to step aside and allow Soludo’s Vision 2070 to flourish. This vision seeks to transform Anambra into a thriving, eco-friendly, and peaceful state.
‘Women are nation builders’
Addressing the gathering, Mrs. Nonye Soludo emphasized the theme of the summit, “Together We Rise: Achieving the Best Through the Women.” She stressed the critical role of mothers in shaping the future through the proper upbringing of their children.
“If our families are strong, our communities and our state will follow suit,” she said, underscoring the vital influence of women in political mobilization.
Mrs. Soludo reaffirmed the importance of the APGA party in upholding Anambra’s progress, stating, “Anambra is APGA, and APGA is Anambra. Your support is essential for ensuring the continuity of the good governance we have experienced.”
She highlighted the administration’s focus on women’s welfare, particularly through initiatives like free antenatal and delivery care.
Barrister Ifeatu Obi-Okoye, the Chairman of APGA in Anambra State, lauded the women’s group for their strategic organization and leadership. He attributed the party’s success to the unwavering support of women, affirming that their mobilization is crucial to the party’s strengths.
In her closing remarks, the Anambra State APGA Deputy Women Leader, Mrs. Chinwe Umeri, expressed gratitude to all attendees and contributors to the summit’s success. She recognized the efforts of the convener, Mrs. Esther Onyekesi, and called for continued unity and collective progress among the women of Anambra. “Together we rise, and together, we will achieve the best,” she concluded.
Emmanuel Ukoh
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