Victory assured as PDP holds ‘Grand Ka Anambra Chawapu Rally’

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), on Tuesday, November 2, 2021, demonstrated its preparedness for victory in the 2021 Anambra governorship election as it held the mother of all rallies to drum support for its flagbearers, Valentine Ozigbo and Azuka Enemo.

‘The Grand Ka Anambra Chawapu Rally’, which was held at Ekwueme Square, Awka, attracted several PDP bigwigs and party leaders, including His Excellency Peter Obi, the immediate past Governor of Anambra State; Governor Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia State; Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, and Hon Philip Shuabu, the Deputy Governor of Edo State.

Other dignitaries who graced the occasion are members of the National Assembly led by Senator Uche Ekwunife, Hon Obinna Chiidoka and Hon Chukwuka Onyema; PDP Board of Trustees (BoT) and National Working Committee (NWC) members; members of the Anambra State House of Assembly, members of the Anambra PDP State Working Committee led by the State Chairman, Chief Ndubuisi Nwobu, and Anambra PDP Governorship Campaign Organisation

While addressing the massive crowd at the event, the PDP candidate, Mr Valentine Ozigbo, expressed appreciation to everyone who took the time to attend the rally and show support for the Ka Anambra Chawapu project.

“I appreciate all of you who have seen the light. We are here because we are angry at the decay in Anambra State. We are here because we are unhappy with the status quo and are ready to effect the change we seek,” Ozigbo, a respected business leader, said.

“I’m here for the women, the youths and the oppressed. Anambra needs a new visionary, and with me and my running mate, Azuka Enemo, Anambra will blossom.

“We plan to build on the legacies of His Excellency Peter Obi and take it to another level. We are here to deliver good governance and create a lasting impact in all sectors of the economy.

“Our Ka Anambra Chawapu Manifesto is a comprehensive document that details our plan to create micro-economies in different clusters and partner wealthy Ndi Anambra to develop their communities.

“Valentine Ozigbo and Azuka Enemo are here to tell you that a vote for us is a vote for the prosperity of our state and our people.

“We will run a government of the people by the people and for the people. We will return power to the people. We agree that we don’t know it all, but we know that we are stronger, bigger, and better together.

“On November 6, I urge you all to come out on time, cast your votes and defend it. Nobody will rig the election, do not be scared. Vote for the PDP, vote for the umbrella that unites us, and on November 7, we will all gather to celebrate,” Ozigbo added.

In her brief remarks, Mrs Enemo urged the people to vote for PDP to secure the future of coming generations. She further expressed confidence that with Ozigbo’s wealth of experience in the private sector and her excellent track record in public service, Anambra will benefit from the best of both worlds.

While making the opening remarks earlier during the event, the Chairperson of the Anambra PDP Governorship Campaign Organisation, Senator Ekwunife, welcomed the distinguished guests who took time from their busy schedules to grace the historic occasion.

Senator Ekwunife, who represents Anambra Central at the Nigerian Senate, assured the large crowd that PDP is taking over Anambra to deliver the dividends of democracy and good governance, urging them to mobilise support for the PDP and its candidate.

Also addressing the audience, Governor Ikpeazu, the Chairman of the National PDP Campaign Council for the Anambra governorship election, said that Nigeria is on the path of recovery, and Anambra will be the beginning of the journey that change.

“There are two sets of people in Nigeria – those who ran from the problem of Nigeria, and those like us who have decided to be part of the solution.

“APC must not capture Anambra. Therefore, I urge Ndi Anambra to come out and join the train that will change our story. Come out and vote PDP.

“I have accessed all the candidates, and it is clear that our candidate understands that he does not know everything. Those who think otherwise are lying. Come out and vote for a humble, compassionate leader.

“The 13 PDP governors are firmly behind Ozigbo and are working assiduously for the success of this project. He is a youth; I have many young people in my government, and I know the value they bring to the table.

“Come out on Saturday and vote massively for Ozigbo, vote peacefully, defend your votes and victory will be ours,” Governor Ikpeazu added.

In his remarks, Governor Okowa, who is the Deputy Chairman of the National PDP Campaign Council for the Anambra Governorship election, said the election is for the youths.

“Your enthusiasm for Ozigbo shows that the PDP chose the right person. Our convention took place on Saturday, and we agreed to take back our nation, starting from Anambra,” Governor Okowa remarked.

“The youths must take back Anambra State. It’s not about money; it’s the time for us to unite and commit everything to win this election. It’s time to rebuild Anambra and end bad governance.

“Let us entrench good governance in Anambra. What God has delivered to you is a good candidate; don’t throw what God has given you away. On Saturday, don’t be frightened. Go out there and do the right thing,” Governor Okowa told the cheering crowd.

While delivering a powerful speech, Governor Makinde stated that the November 6 guber election was a battle between good and evil, urging the people to choose Ozigbo, who he described as “the best material.

“I bring good tidings from good people of Oyo State and the southwestern zone. On Saturday, you have a choice between good and evil. PDP has the best material among all the candidates.

“I want you all to reject darkness and choose light. The best man for the job is on the ballot. We are with you, we will support you, and we will come and celebrate with you.

The Vice-Presidential Candidate of the PDP in the 2019 general election, His Excellency Peter Obi, lamented the deterioration of Anambra State under the APGA-led government, urging the people to ensure that the impunity of the current administration becomes a thing of the past.

“We are here to show you where Anambra is headed. Anambra State is in shambles, and we need someone who will rescue us.

“At the governorship debate yesterday, Ozigbo gave evidence of his readiness to serve Ndi Anambra. He has physically visited everywhere in Anambra, unlike other candidates.

“Our roads are a death trap, governance is at the lowest ebb and standard of living is deplorable. APGA has failed and should not be rewarded with power.

“When I was leaving office as Governor of Anambra State, we left N75 billion in savings. Today, Anambra has over N120 billion in debt with nothing to show for it.

“On Saturday, we have a chance to rewrite history. We must not lose this opportunity. Vote PDP, and let us re-engineer Anambra for greatness,” Obi said.

In his address, Hon Shuaibu urged the youths to come out and vote for Ozigbo. The Deputy Governor of Edo State further warned against voting for retired people who have nothing to offer.

Also speaking, a member of the PDP BoT, Senator Ben Ndi Obi, commended Ozigbo for “dismantling APGA’s Charles Soludo and APC’s Andy Uba” at the governorship debate organised by Arise News and the Enough is Enough group.

The former lawmaker charged the people to maintain the momentum and vote for Ozigbo as the Governor of Anambra State, assuring them that they would not regret the confidence reposed in him.

Valentine Ozigbo is a multiple award-winning global CEO with over 27 years of excellence in diverse fields, including banking, finance, diplomacy, hospitality, oil and gas, philanthropy, sports development, and entertainment.

Ozigbo’s Ka Anambra Chawapu project has inspired the largest political movement in South-Eastern Nigeria, with analysts tipping the decorated CEO to win the Anambra governorship election scheduled for Saturday, November 6, 2021.