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Anambra 2025: Ukachukwu Unveils Bold Vision To Unseat Soludo And Revive The State.
According to Nivo News, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially presented Dr. Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu as its governorship candidate for the 2025 Anambra State election. The renowned businessman and politician is set to contest against the incumbent Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), alongside other contenders from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party (LP).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Ukachukwu secured the APC ticket after emerging victorious in the party’s primary election earlier in the year. His candidacy was ratified on April 19, 2025, by the then APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, who presented him with the certificate of return to represent the party in the forthcoming governorship race.
The party’s National Working Committee (NWC), led by Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu, endorsed the primary results, confirming Ukachukwu’s victory with 1,455 votes. Following his emergence, he announced Ekwunife Uche Lilian as his running mate, a strategic choice aimed at strengthening the party’s chances in the state.
The APC described the duo as a formidable combination of political experience and grassroots influence, expected to challenge Soludo’s dominance and the long-standing APGA presence in Anambra politics.
Popularly known as Ikukuoma Ndi Igbo, Ukachukwu declared his mission to transform Anambra into a prosperous, self-sustaining state built on youth empowerment, infrastructure growth, job creation, and transparent leadership. His campaign slogan, “Anambra ga-adi mma ozo!” (Anambra will be better again), reflects his commitment to progress and reform.
Born on March 20, 1967, in Dimala village, Osumenyi, Nnewi South Local Government Area, Ukachukwu is the son of Chief Nnadialor and Madam Loveline Ukachukwu. He attended Omaigwe Primary School and Dennis Memorial Grammar School (DMGS), Onitsha, before earning a degree in Business Administration from the University of Calabar. He also holds an Honorary Doctorate in Business Administration from Tansian University, Anambra State, conferred in 2016.
Ukachukwu began his entrepreneurial journey in 1987 and went on to establish the SNECOU Group Limited, a conglomerate with interests spanning oil and gas, real estate, agriculture, media, construction, and education. His flagship projects include Prince & Princess Estate, Good Homes Estate, and Shalom Villa Estate in Abuja, developed in partnership with the Federal Government. He also founded the British Nigeria Academy and the European University of Nigeria (EUN).
Currently serving as chairman of Snecou Financial Services, Niccus Industries Ltd, and Phil-Tech Oil & Gas Services Ltd, Ukachukwu has built an empire that provides thousands of jobs across the country.
His political career took off in 1997 when he was elected Executive Chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), becoming the first non-indigene to hold that position. In 1999, he won a seat in the House of Representatives under the PDP, representing AMAC/Bwari Federal Constituency. During his tenure, he chaired key committees on the FCT and Oil and Gas and facilitated several developmental projects, including market allocations for Ndi-Igbo traders.
Though he was elected Senator for Anambra South in 2003, his mandate was short-lived. Ukachukwu has since made multiple bids for Anambra’s top seat, contesting under the PPA in 2006, HDP in 2010, and APGA in 2019 for the Senate. His current campaign under the APC banner represents his most significant political endeavor yet.
Beyond business and politics, Ukachukwu is deeply involved in philanthropy, offering scholarships, healthcare initiatives, and youth empowerment programmes across Nigeria. His humanitarian work and investments in human capital development have earned him numerous recognitions, including:
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Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR) – 2008
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ALGON Philanthropic Personality of the Year Award
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WTO and NUJ Man of the Year Awards
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International honors from the State of Ohio, USA
Ukachukwu was married to the late Mrs. Nnenna Ukachukwu until her passing in 2020, and they shared five children. In December 2023, he remarried Mitchel Ihezue, Miss Universe Nigeria 2023.
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced a revision to the orientation timetable for prospective corps members deployed to Enugu and Osun states under the 2026 Batch A Stream II programme.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement released on Monday, the scheme’s Director of Information and Public Relations, Caroline Embu, disclosed that the orientation course in the affected states will now begin on April 28 and conclude on May 18, 2026.
According to the NYSC, the adjustment is due to ongoing renovation work at the orientation camps being carried out by the respective state governments, stressing that the change is limited to Enugu and Osun.
The scheme further clarified that the orientation exercise in all other states, including the Federal Capital Territory, will proceed as originally scheduled from April 22 to May 12, 2026, urging affected corps members to take note of the updated dates and comply accordingly.
In a related update, the NYSC confirmed the release of call-up letters for prospective corps members in the 2026 Batch A Stream II. The announcement was made via its official social media platform, indicating that deployment details are now available following the earlier publication of the orientation timetable.
The scheme reiterated that the nationwide orientation programme is set to commence on April 22 as planned.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has firmly dismissed claims that it is in discussions with the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) regarding a possible alliance ahead of the 2027 general elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement issued on Monday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, clarified that the ADC is not engaged in any form of negotiations with other political parties in anticipation of an upcoming court ruling.
He stressed that the party’s leadership has no intention of abandoning the ADC platform, describing reports suggesting otherwise as unfounded and speculative.
Abdullahi stated that the leadership remains focused on challenging what it described as unlawful actions taken against it by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and other actors linked to the ruling party, expressing confidence that the judiciary would uphold the rule of law.
While noting that the party remains open to broader opposition collaboration aimed at strengthening democracy, he maintained that there are currently no talks with any political group, including the PRP.
The clarification follows remarks by the PRP National Chairman, Hakeem Baba Ahmed, who recently disclosed that several opposition figures had approached his party in recent weeks seeking possible alignment ahead of the next general elections. He added that the PRP remains open to welcoming interested individuals and groups, including members of the ADC leadership.
The Supreme Court on Monday postponed further proceedings in the Kano Emirate dispute, fixing April 19, 2027, as the new date for continuation of the case.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The long-standing legal battle involves the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, and the 16th Emir, Muhammadu Sanusi Lamido, both of whom are contesting the legitimacy of the Kano Emirate throne.
At its first sitting on the matter, the apex court listened to preliminary submissions from the parties before deciding to adjourn the case to the 2027 date.
The suit was filed by Aminu Babba Dan Agundi, who is challenging the actions of the Kano State Government and the State House of Assembly, particularly the repeal of the 2019 Kano Emirates Law. The legal challenge also addresses the dissolution of the five emirates established during the administration of Abdullahi Ganduje, as well as the reinstatement of Sanusi, who was removed from the throne in 2020.
Reacting after the court session, Dan Agundi expressed satisfaction with the proceedings so far, stating confidence in the judiciary’s fairness. However, he indicated that there may be a move to seek a review of the lengthy adjournment after consultations with legal counsel and key stakeholders, including members of the traditional council.
He noted that while the court’s actions align with legal expectations, the timeline could still be reconsidered upon further deliberation.
It will be recalled that in 2024, Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf signed a new Emirate Council Law, which led to the removal of five emirs appointed under his predecessor. The decision also paved the way for Sanusi’s reinstatement as Emir of Kano, with the affected emirs directed to vacate their official residences within 48 hours.
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