Anambra 2025: After dumping APC, Paul Chukwuma picks YPP ticket

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By Madu Obi

A former governorship aspirant of All Progressives Congress (APC) for the November 8 Anambra election, Sir Paul Chukwuma, has emerged as the candidate of the Young Progressive Party (YPP).

The YPP primary election was conducted using the Option A4 by the chairman of the Election Committee and National Secretary of YPP, Mr. Video Bamayi.

In the election, Chukwuma scored 366 'yes' votes, with eight delegates voting 'no'.

YPP National Chairman, Comrade Emmanuel Amakiri, praised Chukwuma for his potential to expand the party's reach and enhance its political prospects, notiny that Chukwuma would bring substantial value to the YPP's political fortunes.

In his acceptance speech, Chukwuma expressed gratitude to the party and its members, emphasizing YPP's foundation on discipline.

He assured that more people would soon join the party to further strengthen its base.

Chukwuma reaffirmed his commitment to supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, particularly in advancing his administration's Hope Agenda.

Chukwuma's campaign focuses on elevating Anambra State and ensuring its central role in national politics.

His target is the Government House in Awka, and he expressed confidence in achieving this goal with support and divine intervention.

Chukwuma emphasized his commitment to connecting Anambra State to the national government to secure opportunities for the state's uplift.