In a remarkable demonstration of unity and determination, the people of Onitsha have thrown their collective weight behind Barrister Mimi Ifeoma Azikiwe, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) candidate for Onitsha Constituency 1, ahead of the Anambra State House of Assembly by-election scheduled for Saturday, August 16, 2025.
This strong endorsement was solidified during Governor Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo’s visit to Onitsha on Monday, August 11, 2025, for the official flag-off of a major road construction project. The occasion became more than an infrastructural milestone—it transformed into a resounding political rallying point, uniting Ndi Onitsha under one powerful voice of support for Barr. Mimi.
The gathering attracted a diverse and enthusiastic crowd, including the Ikpolo Onitsha, the Agbalanze, the Onitsha Ado Youth Council, numerous beneficiaries of the One Youth, Two Skills programme, as well as non-indigenous residents. Together, they unanimously declared their commitment to ensuring Barr. Mimi’s victory in the forthcoming by-election.
For many in attendance, Barr. Mimi’s candidacy is not just about politics—it is about character, proven service, and an unrelenting dedication to justice and equity. She is widely celebrated for her tireless advocacy for the underprivileged, especially those who have suffered injustice in various forms. Her compassion, courage, and selfless service have earned her deep respect among Ndi Onitsha.
A true daughter of the soil, Barr. Mimi Ifeoma Azikiwe carries the hopes and aspirations of her people with sincerity and determination. Her vision for effective representation aims to deliver tangible democratic dividends, strengthen community development, and reinforce the APGA-led progress in Anambra State under Governor Soludo’s administration.
For Onitsha Constituency 1, this election represents more than the selection of a lawmaker—it is a mandate to sustain the city’s unity, peace, and infrastructural transformation. The rallying cry from the Ikpolo Onitsha, the Agbalanze, the Onitsha Ado Youth Council, One Youth, Two Skills beneficiaries, and non-indigenes alike is clear and resolute:
On Saturday, August 16, every eligible voter in Onitsha Constituency 1 must stand firm, come out in their numbers, and cast their vote to secure a decisive victory for Barr. Mimi Ifeoma Azikiwe.
