Anambra 2025: APC gov candidate pledges inclusive community development
The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Anambra State Governorship election, Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu, has assured the 179 communities in the state that his administration would give them special consideration in all affairs, should he secure their mandate at the election.
In an open declaration at a special reception organised by Nri community for the APC flag bearers at the weekend, Ukachukwu stated that he was ready to partner all communities in Anambra State, especially the Nri community, towards ensuring the success of the party in the November 8, 2025, poll.
The community had declared its full support for the APC, the governorship candidate, and his running mate, Senator Uche Ekwunife, in the election.
Earlier, former President General of the community and Chairman of the occasion, Chief Kelvin Obiegbunam, acknowledged key invaluable developmental projects attracted to the community by Sen Ekwunife while occupying various political positions in the country.
Obiegbunam described her as a pragmatic politician who could perfectly fit into the high position.
Another community leader Chief Chuks Emelife, who moved for her adoption by the community, noted that they decided to endorse her as their preferred candidate following her achievements and track record.
He assured of the community’s unflinching support towards the victory of the APC, the governorship candidate
and deputy governorship candidate.
According to Emelife, Anambra State needed team players like Ukachukwu and Ekwunife, whose commitment to community service and humanity speak for itself.
Responding, Senator Ekwunife appreciated her community for endorsing her political journey, which she noted, would be beneficial to all.
She admitted that she was touched by their visible unity and optimism, and affirmed that no community would be left behind in the scheme of things the governorship mandate is eventually secured.
She described political party as a vehicle to one’s destination, arguing that in politics people should prioritise competence, good governance and public good above any other sentiments.