South-East governors urge Ndigbo to shun deception and vote for Tinubu in 2027

The Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has warned that Ndigbo, the Igbo people, are caught between emotion and reason as they prepare for the upcoming presidential election. However, Soludo advised that it is wiser to rely on reason rather than emotions in this crucial vote. He was speaking at a stakeholders meeting attended by several political parties, including the APC, APGA, PDP, and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in Awka, where he is the presidential campaign coordinator for the APC.

Soludo emphasized that the coalition formed by these political parties aims to promote progress, prosperity, security, and welfare for Nigeria and Anambra. He stressed that this is a battle for the soul of Ndigbo and Anambra, as it is a clash between emotion and reason. While emotions will dominate, reason will eventually come out on top.

He noted that Ndigbo have been advocating for the presidency since 1978 and have held various positions in the country, except for the presidency. Soludo questioned the logic of supporting Tinubu in the 2023 election, as they did not vote for him then, yet he still won. He questioned how they can expect to defeat him now that he is in power.

Soludo believes that Tinubu will be victorious in the 2026 presidential election, stating that a former president who could not be beaten in 2023 cannot be defeated now. He also criticized the Ndigbo's tendency to engage in political protest, asserting that it is not in their best interest. He noted that there are no rewards for second place in politics, emphasizing that Ndigbo must support Tinubu for a second term without fail.

The governor stressed that failing to support Tinubu in this election would have serious consequences for Ndigbo. He argued that if the opposition remains fragmented, the incumbent will likely win, and when the South becomes available again, Ndigbo will be in a stronger position to negotiate and seek support from other regions. Soludo reiterated that he is not supporting Tinubu's reelection for personal gain, but rather for the well-being of Ndigbo.

He expressed his desire to retire from politics after completing his second term but emphasized that the future of Ndigbo is his primary concern.