INEC Presents Certificates of Return to Chukwuma Soludo and his Deputy, Onyekachukwu Ibezim
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially issued certificates of return to the re-elected Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, and his Deputy, Onyekachukwu Ibezim, formally confirming their victory in the November 8, 2025 governorship election.
The certificates were handed over to the duo on Tuesday in Awka by Kenneth Ikeagu, the Supervising INEC National Commissioner responsible for the Anambra State election. The presentation came just two days after INEC declared Soludo and Ibezim winners of the tightly contested poll, marking the culmination of the electoral process in the state.
Soludo, the candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), secured a decisive victory in the election, which drew significant attention across Nigeria due to the intensity of the campaigns and the high voter turnout. His re-election underscores the continued confidence of Anambra voters in his leadership and the policies of his administration.
Speaking during the presentation ceremony, Commissioner Ikeagu congratulated the winners and urged them to continue promoting good governance and inclusive leadership. He emphasized the role of free, fair, and credible elections in strengthening democracy and called on all stakeholders to support the incoming government in ensuring stability and development for Anambra State.
The issuance of the certificates of return not only confirms Soludo and Ibezim as the duly elected Governor and Deputy Governor but also signals the official start of their second tenure, during which they are expected to continue implementing policies aimed at economic growth, education, infrastructure development, and social welfare across the state.
Political analysts have noted that the smooth conclusion of the election process and the prompt issuance of certificates by INEC reflect positively on the commission’s commitment to upholding electoral integrity and maintaining public trust in Nigeria’s democratic system.
Soludo’s administration, backed by APGA, faces the task of addressing key challenges in Anambra, including security, job creation, and rural development, while leveraging the confidence expressed by voters to drive sustained progress and improve the standard of living for residents.
The presentation ceremony was attended by party officials, local leaders, and civil society representatives, highlighting the significance of the event as a reaffirmation of democratic governance in the state.
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