President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Professor Chukwuma Soludo on his re-election as Governor of Anambra State, describing the victory as a testament to his visionary leadership and the significant progress recorded under his administration.
In a statement issued on Sunday by the State House, President Tinubu noted that Soludo’s overwhelming victory in Saturday’s governorship election has made him the third governor in Anambra’s political history to secure a second term in office.
The President commended the people of Anambra State, security agencies, and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for ensuring a peaceful and successful conduct of the election.
“Professor Soludo’s re-election is a testament to his visionary leadership and the significant progress the state has made under his guidance,” President Tinubu stated.
He praised the governor for demonstrating that academic principles can be effectively applied in governance, describing him as a leader who has brought “discipline, grace, brilliance, and a fresh perspective” to administration in Anambra State.
“Governor Soludo, the Solution, has demonstrated that indeed knowledge is power and that academic principles can be applied in serving the people, undergirding accountability, transparency and prudent management of people and resources,” the President said.
Reflecting on his visit to Anambra State in May 2025, President Tinubu recalled inaugurating several projects executed by the Soludo administration, describing the experience as “remarkable” and one that “will remain indelible” in his mind.
“I highlighted the good thinking behind the landmark projects being embarked upon by Mr Solution. That experience is indeed remarkable and will remain indelible in my mind,” he noted.
The President praised Governor Soludo for ensuring that Anambra lives up to its motto as “the Light of the Nation.”
While celebrating the electoral victory, President Tinubu urged Governor Soludo to demonstrate magnanimity and seek cooperation from his opponents in the concluded election.
“I urge Governor Soludo to be magnanimous in victory and to seek the cooperation of his opponents in the just-concluded elections,” the President stated.
He assured the re-elected governor of continued federal support and collaboration between Anambra State and the Federal Government.
“I assure Governor Soludo of my unwavering support, and I look forward to continued collaboration between Anambra and the Federal Government,” President Tinubu said.
The President highlighted the significance of the opposition All Grand Progressives Alliance (AGPA) victory in the election, describing it as evidence of the vitality of Nigeria’s political system.
“The victory of the opposition All Grand Progressives Alliance in the election again demonstrates the vitality of our political system and the fact that victory for any progressive and hardworking leader can hardly be encumbered or denied,” he stated.
President Tinubu also commended the new INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, and his team for conducting what observers have described as a credible election.
“I must also thank the new INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, and his team for conducting what observers have described as a credible election, based on the reports I have received thus far,” the President said.
He charged the electoral commission with maintaining high standards and continuously improving its performance to strengthen and deepen Nigeria’s electoral system.
