The All Progressives Congress (APC) is set to hold its gubernatorial primary election in Anambra State, with 1,630 delegates expected to participate in choosing the party’s candidate for the 2025 governorship election.
The party, in a statement issued on Saturday, confirmed that the primaries will take place at the Women Development Centre in Awka, the state capital. The election process is expected to be highly competitive, as multiple aspirants vie for the APC ticket to lead the party in the crucial upcoming race.
Among the leading contenders are several prominent figures, including Nicholas Ukachukwu, Onunkwo Johnbisco Obinna, Valentine Ozigbo, and Edozie Madu. These aspirants are currently battling it out, with a focus on securing the votes of the delegates who will decide their fate in the election.
In addition to the intense competition, the primaries are also expected to witness a high level of political maneuvering as candidates engage party stakeholders and grassroots supporters in a bid to secure their place as the party’s official candidate for the election.
The APC’s governorship primaries in Anambra come at a critical time as the state prepares for the 2025 elections, with the outcome expected to have significant implications for the political landscape of the South East region.
As the primaries approach, party leaders and members are hopeful that the process will be smooth and transparent, ensuring that the best candidate emerges to lead the APC in the forthcoming gubernatorial election.
