*Promises to prioritize security, power healthcare, education, agriculture, social welfare
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate for the upcoming November 8 election in Anambra State, Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu has pledged to restore the State’s lost glory through inclusive governance and shared responsibility.
Speaking to journalists in Awka on Wednesday, Ukachukwu emphasized that Anambra’s development cannot rest on the shoulders of one individual.
He insisted that prosperity stems from a collective commitment and transparent leadership, not from personal ambition.
Citing global economic models like Dubai and Taiwan, Ukachukwu argued that the foundation for sustainable development lies in security and stable power supply, two areas where Anambra must urgently improve.
He declared that Anambra could not progress without security, power, and effective empowerment of its citizens.
Prince Ukachukwu criticized the current administration’s governance style, describing it as centralized and detached from the people’s needs. He called for genuine consultation with Ndi Anambra to chart an inclusive path forward, lamenting what he described as the present government’s lack of community engagement.
Clarifying his stance, Ukachukwu further emphasized that his critiques are policy-driven, not personal.
He said he considered the incumbent Governor as a friend and brother, adding that his aim as the APC guber candidate was not petty criticism, but to highlight issues impeding development of the State.
He expressed dismay at Governor Soludo’s suggestion that some candidates are merely fundraising to finance their personal businesses. In contrast, he said his donors contribute out of trust and belief in his commitment to Anambra.
He accused the State government of mismanaging public funds for personal projects, specifically criticizing the fanfare around the construction of the new Government House while more pressing public needs such as healthcare, education, and security remain under-addressed.
He noted that the Government House is not for public use, saying that it is for the Governor and his family. He further noted that most Ndi Anambra may never step inside it in their lifetime and wondered why that should be a priority.
Prince Ukachukwu also condemned what he called the “one-man” approach to governance, adding that true leadership demands a personal stake in the State’s well-being.
“Many govern Anambra like tenants. They finish their tenure and walk away. I have over 12 industries here. No one has invested more than I have. That’s why I care deeply about our future,” he declared.
The APC guber candidate said the insecurity in Anambra has left his factories dormant, as foreign experts are reluctant to work in Anambra due to safety concerns.
He promised to prioritize security, power infrastructure, and citizen engagement, positioning himself as both a stakeholder and a servant-leader.
He insisted that the time has come to restore what he described as the missing spirit of leadership in Anambra. He called himself a child of circumstance, seasons, and time.
” I am ready to serve, “he declared.
He lamented that many of those who have the capability, the will and capacity to transform Anambra are often sidelined.
He assured that if elected, he would change the narrative and return Anambra to a path of inclusive, sustainable progress.
