Igbos for a Progressive Nigeria, IPAN, has urged all candidates for the November 6 Anambra Governorship election to accept the outcome of the election and allow peace to peace to prevail.
IPAN on the other hand joined other prominent Nigerians to congratulate the winner of the 2021 Anambra Governorship election, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo.
IPAN while congratulating Soludo urged him to ensure a harmonious relationship between him and his predecessor, Governor Willie Obiano, to further sustain the unity of “nke’a bu nkeanyi.”
The National President of IPAN, Comrade Lawrence Onuzulike in his release to newsmen, charged the Anambra Governor-elect to urgently declare a State of Emergency on roads once he is sworn in next year.
Comrade Onuzulike regretted how dilapidated Anambra roads are, adding that it had contributed to incessant traffic jams in the state.
“This election is a litmus test for the 2023 general election. This election is also a demonstration of people’s minds towards all candidates.
“Though no candidate was less important, the people have proved they can change Nigeria if they want.
“Looking at the election, one can testify that there will be a paradigm shift from vote-buying to spontaneous sincerity.
“This was seen when women rejected financial inducement at Ukwu, during the election.
“Soludo should be aware that peoples’ expectations are very high, especially as an economic expert. He is expected to fully implement his contract with Ndi Anambra.
“Soludo should hit the ground running, especially when it comes to the issues affecting the people of the state. Even though IPAN will continue to work and support the government, the group will also be watchful to ensure the government have the masses at heart. Security, Infrastructure, and alleviation of poverty must be high on the list.
“We must as well commend INEC, the security agencies, for ensuring free, fair, and credible election.
“We also thank the President of Nigeria for his commitment to providing equal opportunity to all candidates, irrespective of party affiliation. We say thank you.
On his part, Mr. Oliver Okeke, the South East Zone Coordinator of IPAN, says: “Andy Uba should accept the result for the progressive of Ndi Anambra. And IPAN calls on all stakeholders to support the new governor in moving the state forward.”