Apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has warned against the abhorrent politicking, divisive rhetoric, and shameless propaganda currently orchestrated by the Anambra state gubernatorial candidates.
Ohanaeze called for an immediate cessation of this disreputable conduct and demanded a resumption of issue-based political campaigns ahead of the November 9, 2025, governorship poll.
The organisation said it feels compelled to address the unsettling behaviours exhibited by prominent political figures, specifically targeting the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) gubernatorial candidate, Governor Charles Soludo, his wife, Nnonye Soludo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) deputy gubernatorial candidate, Uche Ekwunife, and the APC gubernatorial candidate, Nicholas Ukachukwu.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by the factional Deputy President-General of Ohanaeze, Okechukwu Isiguzoro and Chief Thompson Ohia, Ohanaeze stated that the trend of hate speech not only tarnishes the collective image of the Igbo nation but also represents a significant departure from the hallmark of dignity and respect that the Igbo people are known for.
The group said the continuous descent into the vile pit of vulgarities and vituperations is unbecoming of esteemed individuals and demonstrates a blatant disregard for the cultural tenets of integrity and decorum that the Igbo people hold dear.
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“Without hesitation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo firmly holds Governor Soludo accountable for instigating this repugnant campaign of slander against his political adversaries.
“It is our duty to urge him to refrain from resorting to derogatory slogans and mockery, which undermine the very fabric of decency that should underpin political discourse.
“We categorically condemn the egregious verbal attacks exchanged between Governor Soludo’s wife and Senator Uche Ekwunife; such disgraceful behaviour constitutes a lamentable affront to both motherhood and womanhood, and, as leaders, they must rise above this pettiness.
“While Ohanaeze Ndigbo remains politically neutral in the forthcoming election and does not endorse any particular candidate, we must unequivocally state that should Governor Soludo, his wife Nnonye, APC candidate Ukachukwu, and his running mate, Ekwunife, persist in their unscrupulous campaign tactics, we will be compelled to reconsider our stance,” Ohanaeze said.
The group noted that it has become evident that the continued participation in such a disgraceful charade raises serious questions about the moral and ethical qualifications of the candidates to govern the people of Anambra State.
