Prince Dapo Abiodun, Ogun State Governor and Chairman of the Southern Governors Forum, has congratulated Professor Chukwuma Soludo on his re-election as Governor of Anambra State.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade, Abiodun said the outcome of the poll clearly reflected the people’s confidence in Soludo’s leadership and achievements.
“The people of Anambra have spoken clearly through their votes, showing confidence in Governor Soludo’s leadership,” Abiodun said. “I warmly congratulate my brother and Vice Chairman of the Southern Governors Forum, Prof. Soludo, and encourage him to keep inspiring his people through impactful policies and projects. By bringing everyone together, he will strengthen democratic gains in the state.”
The Ogun governor urged Soludo to use his renewed mandate to deliver more democratic dividends and foster unity among all political groups in Anambra for the state’s progress.
Abiodun also praised Soludo for maintaining a cooperative relationship with President Bola Tinubu’s administration and encouraged him to continue promoting democracy and good governance.
Meanwhile, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has also congratulated Soludo on what it described as a “resounding and historic victory.”
In a statement issued by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ejimofor Opara, APGA noted that Soludo’s triumph—securing 73 percent of total votes cast and winning in 98 percent of the 326 electoral wards—was a clear demonstration of the people’s overwhelming support.
Opara said the victory affirmed the public’s trust in Soludo’s “visionary leadership, bold reforms, and unwavering commitment to building a liveable and prosperous homeland.”
“This landslide triumph is not merely an electoral outcome; it is a referendum on performance, a celebration of progressive governance, and a reaffirmation of APGA as the true political identity of Ndi Igbo and the custodian of Anambra’s development aspirations,” Opara stated.
He also commended the professionalism of security agencies for ensuring a peaceful election and expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for providing an atmosphere of peace and fairness throughout the process.
APGA equally praised the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for conducting a transparent and credible election that reflected the will of the people.
However, the party mourned the killing of Francis Onyeka Ibe, a councillor of Owerre-Ezukala and leader of the Orumba South Council, who was shot dead by gunmen shortly after casting his vote.
“As Governor Soludo embarks on his second term, APGA reiterates its commitment to providing leadership that works for all—building institutions, deepening democracy, expanding economic opportunities, and safeguarding the future of every Anambra son and daughter,” the statement read.
“This victory marks a new chapter. Together, we shall build an Anambra that is liveable, prosperous, globally competitive, and exemplary in governance.”