Anambra 2025: Okonkwo withdraws from APC primaries

A frontline aspirant of the All Progressives Congress, Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, has withdrawn from the continuing occasion primaries going down on the Girls Growth Centre, Awka, on Saturday.

Okonkwo’s withdrawal adopted that of Chukwuma Umeoji and Paul Chukwuma, who had earlier withdrawn from the race.

Following Okonkwo’s withdrawal from the race, the 4 remaining APC aspirants – Nicholas Ukachukwu, Onunkwo Johnbisco Obinna, Valentine Ozigbo, and Edozie Madu—are at the moment competing for the occasion’s ticket on Saturday.

His resignation letter, captioned ‘Withdrawal from All Progressives Congress gubernatorial main election’ was dated April 5.

It learn, “Expensive supporters and fellow Anambrarians,

“After a cautious analysis and reflection on the present state of the All Progressives Congress main election course of in Anambra State, | have determined to withdraw my aspiration for the occasion’s governorship ticket.

“This choice to withdraw from the race was a troublesome however obligatory one due to some developments which might be inconsistent with my rules and values. The mission isn’t price risking the lives of my supporters, amongst different causes.

“Nevertheless, my ardour for public service stays sturdy, and | will proceed contributing to the socio-economic and political growth of Anambra State and our nation, Nigeria.

“I additionally proceed to assist in methods I can in the direction of the realisation of President Bola Tinubu’s growth programmes and the financial progress of our nation, for the nice of our countrymen and ladies.

“I respect the belief and help my political associates, supporters and stakeholders within the APC and different locations have proven me. Your help has meant rather a lot, and I’m grateful for the chance to have linked with so many dedicated and passionate Anambrarians.

“Above all else, could Anambra succeed for its future generations.”