Prince Dr. Nicholas Ukachukwu, MFR, FNIPR, (Ikukuoma Ndigbo), the Flag-bearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in the upcoming November 8, Anambra State Elections, concurrently with his Deputy Governorship Flag-bearer, Sen. Uche Ekwunife, PhD. (Iyom), assembles a high-powered State Party’s Stakeholders session.
The session held at the main Auditorium of Radisson Onyx Hotel Awka, on Friday 5th September, 2025, featured stakeholders drawn across the 21 Local Government Areas of the State. The high-level gathering was summoned to strengthen the party internal structures and chart a new directions going forward.
Addressing the stakeholders, Ikukuoma thanked them for coming and told them that the stakeholders gathering was assembled to put a comprehensive review of the last Saturday 16th August, 2025 Anambra-South Senatorial Bye-elections, taking stock of matters arising, issues, lapses, shortcomings, and challenges encountered. He noted that beyond identifying errors, the meeting was focused on developing practical strategies and fresh approaches that would guarantee better performances and results in subsequent elections
He further explained that the meeting was to serve as a platform to harmonize our previous efforts, and officially approve the Local Government Campaign Council, Ward Campaign Council, Polling Units Campaign Council and other vital organs of our great party, he said
However, reflecting on past setbacks, Prince Ukachukwu said APC would had emerged stronger from the August 16 bye-election, during which, according to him, intimidation, non-state actors, and the ruling APGA’s manipulation of results undermined the process. He maintained that such challenges had only strengthened the party’s resolve to institute effective checks and balances.
“I am truly pleased with the progress we have made so far. Our members have risen above the obstacles we faced. We have gone beyond those setbacks and ensured mechanisms are in place so that such irregularities never recur again,” he assured.
Earlier in his remarks, APC Anambra State Chairman, Chief Basil Ejidike, (Nkwelle Nnabuenyi) issued a stern charge to party members, warning against half-hearted commitments. He insisted that the era of individuals claiming to work for the party while falling short of expectations was over.
Chief Ejidike emphasized that genuine loyalty must begin at the ward level, where, according to him, “the real work is done.” He called on stakeholders to focus on grassroots mobilization, stressing that the APC is determined to entrench itself in Anambra’s political landscape. “APC has come to stay. We are committed to raising the bar and securing greater victories for the party in the days ahead,” he affirmed.
The meeting ended with renewed enthusiasm among members, signaling the party’s determination to consolidate its base and strengthen unity as the state braces for the November 8 governorship election.
In attendance at the meeting were, Former Speaker Anambra State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Barr. Mrs. Rita Obi Mmaduagwu, (Odiuko Na Mba) APC South-East Organizing Secretary, Hon. Dozie Ikedife Jnr. (Ikenga Nnewi), Immediate Past APC Senatorial Aspirant, Barr. Dr. Obinna Uzor, Chairman, APC National Reconciliation Committee, Hon. High Chief JohnBosco Onunkwo, (Akaekpuchionwa Na Umuchu), amongst other prominent APC stakeholders, whose presence underscored the party’s unity and readiness for the battle ahead.
