The Digest:
Hon. Azuka Okwuosa, former Anambra governorship aspirant, has emerged as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the August 16 Anambra South senatorial by-election. This follows his victory in the party's primary.
Key Points:
- Okwuosa clinched the APC ticket by defeating Mr. Obinna Uzor in a highly contested primary.
- He secured 470 votes, while Uzor received 57 votes.
- The election was held to replace the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, who passed away last year.
- The primary was overseen by a seven-member APC committee and held in a peaceful environment.
- Okwuosa expressed mixed emotions, citing the challenge of taking over Ubah’s legacy.
- The election involved 594 delegates from all seven local government areas of the zone, with 22 invalid votes.
- Okwuosa’s political journey includes stints in the APGA and PDP before joining APC.
- His previous roles include Chairman of Nnewi North Local Government and Commissioner for Works in Anambra State.
Okwuosa’s win positions him as a key contender in the upcoming by-election, marking a significant moment in the political landscape of Anambra South. His experience in local government leadership may prove vital in continuing Ubah's impactful work.
Sources: Daily Post, Vanguard, TheCable
