Anambra Guber: APC’s Obiora Okonkwo Joins The Race To Unseat Soludo
Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, Chairman of United Nigeria Air (UNA) has joined race for Anambra Government House, come Nov. 8 this year
Okonkwo, who announced his interest at a ceremony in Ogidi, Idemili North Local Government Area on Friday said he would contest on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
“The APC has shown, at the national level, that with the right leadership, transformation is possible. I am ready to bring that transformation to Anambra,” he said.
Okonkwo said he was driven by a sense of responsibility, to contribute his quota to the development of Anambra after a deep reflection, extensive consultations with stakeholders,
The billionaire aviation guru said Anambra was a land of limitless potential, with industrious entrepreneurs, and resilient people but had not lived up to its full promise as a result of poor governance.
“The pains and horror of insecurity have left our people living in the bondage of fear, people earnestly cry for real security and progress.
“With a deep sense of responsibility, and unwavering commitment to the future of our dear Anambra State to declare my intention to contest the forthcoming governorship election
“I believe Anambra deserves the best together, we can build a state that truly works for everyone; a state where governance is about service to the people and not to self,” he said.
Obiora said he would prioritise security, economic transformation, job creation, infrastructure development, education, human capital development, agriculture, technology, skill acquisition and value reorientation.
He described his entrance into the race as a movement to reclaim Anambra from stagnation and placing it on the path of sustainable development.
According to him, I cannot do it alone. I need your support, together, we can make Anambra a shining example of excellence and good governance.
“I pledge to prioritise the welfare and well-being of our people, particularly the youth, women, and vulnerable populations.
“My vision on this movement is to build an Anambra that is prosperous, secure, and globally competitive; that harnesses the potential of her people and resources to become the economic powerhouse of the Southeast.
“No society can thrive without security and accountable leadership, we will work closely together with security agencies, invest in community policing, and ensure efficiency in government.
“It is for this movement and for the good of our collective future that I intend to pursue this vision on the platform of APC.
“I pledge to uphold the values and principles of our great party, promoting unity, discipline, and loyalty.
“Together, we will work to ensure that our party emerges victorious in the 2025 governorship election in November,” he said.
