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Anambra Gov Elect, Soludo Speaks, Says My Victory Is Supreme Will of Almighty God

Anambra Governor-elect Prof Charles Soludo says his victory at the just-concluded election is the will of God.

Soludo made the remark during his victory speech in his hometown, Isuofia, Aguata Local Government Area shortly after he was declared winner by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday morning.

Vice Chancellor, University of Calabar (UNICAL) and Returning Officer, Anambra governorship election, Prof Florence Obi, announced Soludo, who polled 112,229 votes, as the Governor-elect at exactly 1:51 am.

Reacting to the development, the former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor said: “With utmost humility and gratitude to God, I accept the results of the 2021 Anambra governorship election, as declared by INEC.

“This reflects the supreme will of the Almighty God as an overwhelming sacred mandate of the people

“When we received the massive clamour by the people of Anambra to serve them, we persevered till this divine moment.

“This is a divine journey whose time has come. To God be all the glory and adoration.”

He thanked Governor Willie Obiano, leaders and members of his party for their support.

Consoling the zealous electorate, he said: “Never mind that all of you could not vote, the limited number that voted represents the wish of the people.

“We are humbled by the massive support of stakeholders in Nigeria, across the entire country.”

He acknowledged his family for their unflinching support while promising to work hard every day never to disappoint.

Soludo also honoured the memory of those who died in the runoff to the election.

He said: “At this moment, we must remember all those who died in the course of this movement, especially the three policemen who were killed by unknown gunmen during our town hall meeting.

“May God continue to grant their souls eternal rest.”

He called for support for Obiano to “finish very strong”.

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