‎President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra on his re-election, describing it as an affirmation of his visionary leadership and the people’s confidence in his administration.

‎In a statement on Sunday, Mr Tinubu said Mr Soludo’s overwhelming victory at Saturday’s poll marked a significant moment in Anambra’s political history, making him the third governor to secure a second term.

‎The president also commended the people of Anambra, security agencies, and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the peaceful and successful conduct of the governorship election.

‎“Professor Soludo’s re-election is a testament to his visionary leadership and the significant progress the state has made under his guidance,” the president said.

‎He described the Anambra governor as “a leader who has demonstrated that knowledge is power and that academic principles can be effectively applied in public service through accountability, transparency and prudent management.”

Mr ‎Tinubu recalled his visit to Anambra in May, where he inaugurated several projects executed by the Soludo administration, noting that the experience was remarkable and “remains indelible.”

‎“I commend Governor Soludo for bringing discipline, grace, brilliance, and a fresh perspective to governance in Anambra. Under him, the state is living up to its motto as the Light of the Nation,” Mr Tinubu said.

‎He urged the governor to be magnanimous in victory and seek cooperation from his opponents in the just-concluded election.

‎The president assured Mr Soludo of his unwavering support and expressed optimism about continued collaboration between the federal government and the state.

‎He further noted that the opposition All Grand Progressives Alliance (APGA) ‘s victory in the election demonstrated the strength of Nigeria’s democracy and the vitality of its political system.

Mr ‎Tinubu also commended the new INEC chairman, Joash Amupitan, and his team for conducting a credible and transparent election based on available reports.

‎“I charge the commission to maintain this standard and continue to improve on its performance to further strengthen our electoral system,” he said. 

(NAN)