Anambra Guber: Amid Tensions, Withdrawals, Ukachukwu Emerges Apc Flag Bearer

Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu has emerged as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress APC for the 2025 Anambra State election, following a tense and chaotic primary held in Awka on Saturday.

Ukachukwu clinched the partys ticket with 1,455 votes, defeating his closest challenger, Valentine Ozigbo, who secured 67 votes.

Other contenders in the race included Engr. Johnbosco Onunkwo and Hon. Edozie Madu.

Recall Vanguard had reported that the exercise was marred by confusion and controversy, with accreditation still ongoing as late as 7 p.m., long after the scheduled 9 a.m. start time.

Delegates were reportedly being accredited at undisclosed hotels around Awka, while many party members and supporters remained at the official venue, the Dora Akunyili Women Development Centre, where the process had yet to begin as of 6:30 p.m.