Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo has thrown his weight behind Chief Emmanuel Nwachukwu, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) candidate for the Anambra South Senatorial by-election scheduled for Saturday.
Governor Soludo, alongside his deputy, Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim and other APGA stalwarts, campaigned for Nwachukwu at political rallies held in Nnewi and the Aguata Local Government headquarters.
He urged all eligible voters to turn out in large numbers and actively participate in the election.
“Chief Emmanuel Nwachukwu of APGA embodies the qualities we need in leadership. He is deeply rooted in community values and development.
“Nnewi South and Ihiala have not produced a senator in the region before.
“Ukpor and Nnewi South supported the late Ifeanyi Ubah when he was contesting; it is now time to support Nnewi South.
“Show me support by voting massively for Chief Nwachukwu.
“The late Ifeanyi Ubah was elected on the platform of YPP- a faction of APGA in 2019. Today, APGA has come back as one united family to reclaim its place,” the governor said.
Soludo also said that the party stands for a transparent, open, and credible electoral process in the forthcoming election.
He described APGA as a people’s movement and called on the people to vote and ensure that their votes count.
Also speaking, Mr Ifeatu Obi-Okoye, state chairman of APGA, called for unity among the people of Nnewi North and Aguata to ensure a successful campaign and eventual victory.
Speaking on behalf of the community, Dr Chibueze Oforbuike, Chairman, Aguata LGA, reaffirmed the commitment of the people to deliver 100 per cent support for APGA in the Aug. 16 senatorial by-election.
In his remarks, Nwachukwu expressed gratitude to the party chieftains and the people, pledging to prioritise their needs if elected.