President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Governor Chukwuma Soludo on his resounding re-election in Anambra State, describing the outcome as “an affirmation of visionary leadership” and pledging closer cooperation between the federal government and the state.
Speaking on Sunday, November 9, Tinubu hailed the peaceful conduct of the Saturday election, in which Soludo swept all 21 local government areas, and praised voters, security agencies, and the Independent National Electoral Commission for ensuring a credible process.
“The victory of Professor Soludo is a testament to his visionary leadership and the significant progress Anambra has achieved under his guidance,” Tinubu said in a statement.
“Governor Soludo, the Solution, has shown that knowledge, accountability, transparency, and prudent management of resources can serve the people effectively,” he added.
The President commended the new INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, urging the commission to maintain and improve on the high standards set during the poll.
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Recalling his visit to Anambra in May to inaugurate projects executed under Soludo’s administration, Tinubu described the experience as “remarkable” and praised the governor’s governance style.
“Under him, Anambra is living up to its motto as the Light of the Nation,” he said.
Tinubu also encouraged Soludo to be magnanimous in victory and to foster cooperation with other political actors.
“I assure Governor Soludo of my unwavering support, and I look forward to continued collaboration between Anambra and the Federal Government,” he added.
He concluded by reiterating the governor’s positive impact on the state, saying, “Soludo has brought discipline, grace, and a fresh perspective to governance, and I look forward to continued collaboration with the federal government.”