The Young Progressives Party’s governorship candidate in Anambra, Paul Chukwuma, has responded to remarks made by Governor Chukwuma Soludo about his candidacy. While visiting Soludo’s hometown of Umueri, the governor said the YPP candidate was not a serious contender in the governorship race, suggesting he was merely seeking popularity. Soludo also recounted a light‑hearted anecdote about Chukwuma’s alleged desire to run for governor after admiring the governor’s seat during a visit.
Chukwuma urged Soludo to concentrate on addressing the state’s problems rather than engaging in gossip. He suggested that if Soludo enjoys trading insults, he should do so in a more appropriate setting, such as a market where women sell pepper and ogiri. Emphasizing his platform, Chukwuma said his campaign is focused on tackling key issues affecting Anambra, especially the chronic lack of electricity. He noted that power is no longer solely a federal responsibility; it is a concurrent matter that both state and federal governments can legislate on.
Questioning why Soludo has not taken steps to provide steady power to Anambra’s residents, Chukwuma pointed out that the state has the authority to act on the issue. He claimed to have researched and explored solutions to the power shortage, including visits to Prof. Bart Nnaji’s Geometric Power in Aba and a trip to China. Chukwuma pledged that, if elected, he would deliver reliable electricity to the people of Anambra within three months.
The exchange between Chukwuma and Soludo underscores the intensity of the Anambra governorship campaign, which is expected to be highly competitive with numerous candidates vying for the top position. Chukwuma’s response demonstrates his commitment to addressing the state’s pressing challenges and his determination to be taken seriously as a candidate. As the campaign progresses, it remains to be seen how the candidates will engage with each other and with voters on Anambra’s key issues.
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