By David Onwuchekwa
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate for the November 8, 2025, Anambra State election, Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu has pledged to lead the State into what he described as the long-anticipated “Promised Land.”
Speaking during a public engagement, Ukachukwu popularly known as Ikukuoma (Wind of Glory) said he is fully prepared to rescue Anambra from years of insecurity, failed leadership, and disillusionment. He promised to usher in a new era of peace, prosperity, and development for the people.
The APC flagbearer lamented that despite the high hopes and expectations of the past, Anambra residents have endured what he termed “a brutish life plagued by blatant insecurity, governmental insincerity, failed leadership, and disappointment.”
He condemned the proliferation of armed groups, including ASTA, Aka-Odo, and Tax Masters, whose harassment, he said, has eroded public peace and sanity.
“In today’s Anambra, no one is certain of returning home safely with their lives, limbs, or even their hard-earned money intact. This is unacceptable,” he declared.
Ukachukwu vowed to decisively tackle insecurity, revitalize the economy, and drive development across all communities by leveraging their comparative advantages.
“Anambra is not working. We urgently need transformative leadership. My agenda is built around inclusive security architecture, infrastructural overhaul, and broad-based economic growth,” he stated.
The APC candidate promised that within the first 90 days of his administration, he would restore public confidence and ensure the safety of lives and property.
He emphasized that job creation and industrial development would be central to curbing crime and youth restiveness.
“Joblessness fuels crime.
“By providing jobs, we will curb insecurity, social vices, and restiveness,” he noted.
Ukachukwu also outlined key policy priorities, including reliable electricity, agricultural transformation, and infrastructure renewal. He explained that one of his central economic strategies is to harness the state’s natural gas reserves for power generation.
“Electricity is the engine room of development. We will tap into our gas deposits to power Anambra with a people-first approach. Our energy infrastructure will be community-owned, ensuring inclusion and psychological ownership by the people,” he said.
On healthcare, he pledged to establish a primary health centre in every community and a well-equipped general hospital in each local government area, while engaging qualified medical professionals to deliver efficient, accessible healthcare.
“Healthcare is not a luxury; it is a fundamental right. Under my leadership, every citizen will have access to both basic and specialized healthcare,” Ukachukwu affirmed.
He reiterated his commitment to restoring Anambra’s dignity as the “Light of the Nation.”
“I have invested heavily in this state because I believe in its potential. I plan to retire in my village. This mission is personal to me. Once we fix the system, investors will return, companies will thrive, and our youths will find meaningful employment. I will not disappoint the people when entrusted with the mandate,” he assured.
