By Okechukwu Onuegbu
A frontline governorship aspirant of All Progressive Congress (APC) in Anambra State forthcoming poll, Sir Paul Chukwuma, on Thursday, exuded confidence in winning the party's ticket despite supposed impending challenges posed by new entrants.
Some notable politicians, including Evangelist Nicholas Ukachukwu and Professor Obiora Okonkwo of the United Nigeria Airline recently pitched tent to the party, declaring their intention to also grab the party ticket to govern Anambra State.
But Chukwuma, an educationist and humanitarian, while interacting with journalists at his country-home, Umueri, Anambra East Local Government Area, welcomed them with high hope, noting that he was not afraid of contesting for the party ticket with the new members.
According to Chukwuma, the new entrants would rather boost his chances of winning both the party ticket and main governorship election having diligently and passionately rebuilt and reposition APC to the admiration and acceptance of Anambra populace.
The erstwhile seminarian and former National Internals Auditor of APC, it was learnt, had consistently championed the cause of the party, including committing time and resources to ensure that it functions effectively at the State, Local Government and ward levels.
He, however, maintained that he would not relent in consulting with both the new and old stakeholders of APC so as to form a formidable team to win the November 2025 poll with ease.
"We are not leaving any stone unturned to ensure that I emerge as APC candidate and win the main election. Our consultation is all inclusive. We are reaching out to everyone; even the new members will join us to reposition Anambra. It was because we restructured APC to give it a new promising face that is attracting people to join the party. We are expecting more members. It is simply the more the merrier," he added.
"The party's ticket is not in anyone's pocket. It is decision of all. There is basis upon which the decisions will be determined. If you go by that, I will be ticked good in all. By the special grace of God, I will emerge as candidate of APC and win the main election," he added.