The political climate is intensifying ahead of the November 8, 2025, Anambra State governorship election. Incumbent Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo has confidently declared that the All Progressives Congress (APC) lacks political support in the state. He is confident it poses no significant threat to his re-election bid. His campaign is under the platform of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA).
Speaking on a Television’s Prime Time programme on Wednesday, Governor Soludo criticized the APC. He dismissed the party’s influence in Anambra as negligible. He emphasized that, despite the notion of “federal might,” APC has consistently failed to make any significant electoral impact. Over the years, they have not achieved any major success in the state.
According to Soludo, “You cannot build something on nothing. APC doesn’t even have a councillor in Anambra. In previous elections, both general and local, the party failed consistently. They did not secure more than 3 to 4 percent of the vote. That speaks volumes.”
He contrasted Anambra with states like Imo, Kogi, and Edo, where the APC has a notable presence, including Senate and House of Assembly seats. He argued that comparing those states to Anambra is fundamentally flawed and misrepresents the political reality on the ground.
Soludo, a former Central Bank Governor and globally recognized economist, asserted that APGA remains the people’s party in Anambra, deeply rooted in the grassroots, and widely regarded as a symbol of regional identity and self-determination.
Despite his party’s dominance, Soludo said he and his team are not resting on their laurels. “We will approach this election like underdogs. Every contest is a contest, and we won’t underestimate any opponent. That’s the spirit of democracy,” he said.
The governor also addressed fears of federal interference in the electoral process, saying he has confidence in the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and believes President Bola Tinubu’s administration will uphold democratic principles.
“I have confidence in INEC, in the federal government, and in President Tinubu to ensure a free and fair election. I trust that the people’s votes will count,” he affirmed.
Soludo reiterated that while he is confident of APGA’s chances in November, his main focus remains on governance and delivering on his mandate. He outlined key achievements and ongoing projects in sectors such as education, health, security, and infrastructure.
“Under our watch, Anambra has recorded the lowest number of out-of-school children in the country. We’re leading nationally in primary healthcare. On infrastructure, our roads and transportation projects are transforming the landscape. And we’re strengthening the economy to attract private investment,” he said.
Political analysts believe Soludo’s performance record, especially his economic policies and urban renewal initiatives, will likely play a central role in swaying voters as the campaign season heats up.
The APC, meanwhile, has been grappling with internal challenges in Anambra, including disputed primaries and defections. Though the party recently presented its governorship candidate, Nicolas Ukachukwu, with a certificate of return, critics argue that APC lacks the grassroots network necessary to compete effectively in the state.
A former APGA stalwart now in APC, who preferred anonymity, acknowledged the party’s uphill task: “Winning in Anambra will take more than federal backing. The APC needs to build trust and presence at the local level—something APGA has maintained for years.”
As the race to the 2025 governorship election gains momentum, Governor Soludo remains bullish about his chances and appears set to run a campaign rooted in performance and popular support. With APGA’s entrenched presence in Anambra and the APC’s limited structure in the state, many political observers believe the contest may be APGA’s to lose—if it stays the course.