Anambra State’s governorship election saw Governor Charles Soludo, representing the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), emerge victorious at Polling Unit 002, located on Umuezeadigo Street in Isuofia, Aguata Local Government Area. The election took place on Saturday, drawing 430 registered voters to the polling unit.
Soludo received 417 votes, while his closest contender, the candidate from the All Progressives Congress (APC), managed to secure only four votes. The Accord Party candidate recorded a single vote. The election process also saw eight votes declared invalid by the officials at the polling unit.
The results were formally declared at 5:30 p.m. by the presiding officer, marking the conclusion of voting and counting at the unit. The turnout reflected active participation by residents, who came out to cast their votes peacefully.
Observers reported that the election was orderly and well-managed, with voters following guidelines and exercising their right to vote without disruptions. This result adds to the overall tally in the state, as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) continues to upload and verify results from various polling units across Anambra State.
The announcement of this polling unit result contributes to the broader picture of the governorship race, as candidates and party supporters await the full compilation of results. The process has drawn attention both locally and nationally, reflecting the importance of the election for residents of Anambra State and the political landscape of Nigeria.