Key Points
- INEC says 21 councils are in. The tally shows a clear win.
- Soludo scores a wide margin over APC’s Nicholas Ukachukwu. Other parties trail far behind.
- Final figures come from the Awka collation centre. The vice chancellor reads them.
Charles Soludo has been re-elected as Anambra governor after a broad win. INEC declared the outcome after compiling results from all twenty-one councils.
The commission said total votes across the state stood at five hundred eighty-four thousand (584,054). APGA’s Soludo posted four hundred twenty-two thousand, six hundred sixty-four (422,664) votes for a firm lead. For wider context on recent politics, see our report on Nigeria rejects Trump label.
APC’s Nicholas Ukachukwu finished next with ninety-nine thousand, four hundred forty-five (99,445) votes. ADC polled eight thousand, two hundred eight (8,208) votes, while PDP logged one thousand, four hundred one (1,401).
State Collation Officer Prof Edogah Omoregie announced the figures in Awka. He serves as the University of Benin vice chancellor, and led the exercise.
INEC officials said counting and checks ended on Sunday in the capital. They then read the party scores and the final return for the seat.
What the numbers mean for Anambra
Soludo’s wide lead suggests strong backing across multiple councils. It also signals support for APGA’s local base in the state.
Political watchers will expect quick moves on roads and schools. Many will also track jobs, trade, and safety across key towns.
Turnout crossed the half-million mark on Saturday’s vote. The figure gives the new term a clear mandate to act.
Soludo is likely to keep his current policy themes. These include small business support and fixes to public works.
Reactions and next steps
Rivals may study the spread of votes before any legal steps. Early notes from party agents did not flag broad disputes.
INEC will now close documentation for the governorship poll. Any petitions must follow the regular tribunal route within time.
Security agencies kept a visible watch across major centres during voting. No major breakdowns were logged in official briefings at the time. For more recent civic action coverage, read about the Kano protest over invasion threat.
Observers praised calm lines and steady counting in most wards. One told reporters the process “moved better than feared” in some riverine areas.
With results settled, attention now turns to cabinet picks. Stakeholders expect a broader mix of technocrats and local hands.
Soludo’s team has yet to list a detailed plan for new taxes. Business groups want lower hurdles and faster permits for traders.
Road repair will likely rank near the top of the list. Flood spots around Onitsha and Nnewi remain a loud daily complaint.
