Soludo Hailed as APGA Chairmen Pass Confidence Vote on Ezeokenwa

 

 

SOLUDO HAILED AS APGA CHAIRMEN PASS CONFIDENCE VOTE ON EZEOKENWA

 

The 36 State Chairmen of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Chairman, have jointly congratulated the Executive Governor of Anambra State, His Excellency, Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo, on the resounding victory recorded by the party in the recent by-elections.

 

The State Chairmen also unanimously passed a vote of confidence on the National Chairman of the party, Barrister Sylvester Ezeokenwa, and the entire National Executive Committee (NEC), commending them for their unwavering commitment to repositioning APGA as a formidable political force across Nigeria.

 

It will be recalled that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared APGA victorious in both the Anambra South Senatorial and Onitsha North 1 State Constituency by-elections conducted on Saturday. Results released on Sunday confirmed that the party swept all wards in the affected constituencies.

 

In the Anambra South Senatorial contest, APGA’s candidate, Chief Emmanuel Nwachukwu, emerged victorious with 90,408 votes, far ahead of his closest challengers from the All Progressives Congress (APC), who scored 19,812 votes, and the Young Progressives Party (YPP), which polled 6,538 votes.

 

Similarly, in the Onitsha North 1 State House of Assembly by-election, APGA’s flagbearer, Mimi Ifeoma Azikiwe, recorded a landslide victory with 7,774 votes, defeating her nearest rival from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), who garnered 1,909 votes.

 

Prof. Frank Ojiako, INEC Returning Officer for the senatorial poll, declared Chief Nwachukwu duly elected, while Prof. Ibiam Ekpe, Returning Officer for the state assembly election, announced Azikiwe as the winner. The victories were hailed as a landmark moment, especially as it marks the first time APGA will represent Anambra South in the Nigerian Senate.

 

During their meeting, which was attended by the National Secretary, two Deputy National Chairmen, and six Zonal Chairmen, the State Chairmen applauded the dynamic leadership of Barr. Ezeokenwa. They acknowledged the visible growth of the party and the renewed confidence of Nigerians in APGA’s vision and values.

 

The State Chairmen particularly lauded initiatives introduced under the current National Executive, including membership digitalization, grassroots mobilization, stakeholders’ retreats, and preparations for upcoming governorship elections in Anambra, Ekiti, and Osun States, as well as the 2027 General Elections.

 

In their resolution, the Chairmen affirmed that APGA is on the right trajectory, attributing the recent electoral victories to the unity of purpose, strategic reforms, and the inspirational leadership provided by the National Chairman and his team. They pledged continued loyalty and support to the national leadership in advancing the party’s growth and electoral fortunes.

 

The meeting concluded with renewed commitment to strengthening party structures nationwide, building on the momentum of the recent victories, and consolidating APGA’s position as a credible alternative in Nigeria’s political landscape.

 

Signed,

Wole Adedoyin
Senior Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the National Chairman of APGA
Member, APGA Publicity Committee

 

 

APGA Announces Continuation Of Membership Drive, Digitalization Of Delegate Elections

APGA NATIONAL CHAIRMAN ANNOUNCES CONTINUATION OF MEMBERSHIP DRIVE, DIGITALIZATION OF DELEGATE ELECTIONS

 

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Barr. Sylvester Ezeokenwa, has reaffirmed the Party’s commitment to its ongoing membership drive and the full digitalization of its delegate election process.

 

This announcement was made during a high-level meeting held on August 28, 2025, at the Party’s National Headquarters, Abuja.

 

Present at the meeting were the National Secretary, two Deputy National Chairmen, six Zonal Chairmen, the thirty-six State Chairmen, and the FCT Chairman.

 

In his address, the National Chairman emphasized the urgent need for the Party to consolidate its membership structure as the 2027 general elections draw closer. He stressed that APGA must carefully define the future it envisions and remain united, cautioning leaders to be mindful of their political utterances, as such statements directly impact the image and unity of the Party.

 

Ezeokenwa recalled that on June 1, 2024, APGA officially launched the digitization of its membership database. However due to  financial constraints, and other logistical factors, the Party resolved to complement the electronic process with physical membership forms.

 

These forms, he explained, serve as an initial entry point before members are officially documented in the Party’s electronic system.

 

Each form has been designed with two detachable sections. The upper section is retained by the Party, while the lower section is issued to the applicant as a temporary membership slip. This dual-structure ensures that every member is properly recorded in the national digital database, which will ultimately replace the traditional paper register.

 

Ahead of the Party primaries, the National Chairman announced that the electronic register will be printed and distributed at state and local government levels. This register will serve as the only official document for the conduct of primaries. He revealed that the ongoing membership validation exercise will continue into the new year, after which permanent membership cards will be issued from January. Only members with the APGA permanent card, he reiterated, will be eligible to contest elections or serve as delegates.

 

To support the process, each State Chairman has already received 1,000 membership forms. The ICT Department at the National Headquarters will oversee the collation and input of completed forms into the Party’s electronic database. The National Chairman clarified that the APGA Membership Registration website remains active and relevant, with updates currently being made. Members who registered online, he noted, are not required to fill the physical form again.

 

He stressed that the physical membership form is a simplified alternative to the electronic process, designed to accommodate areas with limited internet access. State Chairmen were further instructed to return all completed forms promptly to the National Secretariat to facilitate timely digital documentation.

 

Turning to the issue of delegate elections, the National Chairman declared that APGA will no longer use physical delegate forms. Beginning next year, aspirants must log into a dedicated Party portal to complete and submit delegate forms electronically, including payment of prescribed fees. This, he said, will eliminate the fraudulent practices of the past, where fake delegate forms were produced and sold in large numbers.

 

For congresses, an official list of duly qualified delegates will be generated and printed directly from the Party’s database. This list will be the only recognized document for delegate elections. With this innovation, APGA reaffirms its position as the first political party in Nigeria to fully digitalize its membership and delegate processes, setting a new standard of transparency, accountability, and credibility in the country’s political landscape.

 

Concluding his remarks, Barr. Ezeokenwa urged Party leaders at all levels to fully embrace the membership drive and digital reforms. He described the initiative as a turning point in APGA’s history, one that will strengthen internal democracy and position the Party as a model of innovation and transparency in Nigeria’s democratic system.

 

Signed,

Wole Adedoyin
Senior Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the National Chairman of APGA
Member, APGA Publicity Committee

 

 

APGA Sustains Membership Drive, Unveils Digital Delegate Election Plan

 APGA SUSTAINS MEMBERSHIP DRIVE, UNVEILS DIGIT DELEGATE ELECTION PLAN

By APGA Publicity Committee 

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Barr. Sylvester Ezeokenwa, has reaffirmed the Party’s commitment to its ongoing membership drive and the full digitalization of its delegate election process. 

This announcement was made during a high-level meeting held on August 28, 2025, at the Party’s National Headquarters, Abuja. 

Present at the meeting were the National Secretary, two Deputy National Chairmen, six Zonal Chairmen, the thirty-six State Chairmen, and the FCT Chairman.

In his address, the National Chairman emphasized the urgent need for the Party to consolidate its membership structure as the 2027 general elections draw closer. He stressed that APGA must carefully define the future it envisions and remain united, cautioning leaders to be mindful of their political utterances, as such statements directly impact the image and unity of the Party.

Ezeokenwa recalled that on June 1, 2024, APGA officially launched the digitization of its membership database. However due to  financial constraints, and other logistical factors, the Party resolved to complement the electronic process with physical membership forms. 

These forms, he explained, serve as an initial entry point before members are officially documented in the Party’s electronic system.

Each form has been designed with two detachable sections. The upper section is retained by the Party, while the lower section is issued to the applicant as a temporary membership slip. This dual-structure ensures that every member is properly recorded in the national digital database, which will ultimately replace the traditional paper register.

Ahead of the Party primaries, the National Chairman announced that the electronic register will be printed and distributed at state and local government levels. This register will serve as the only official document for the conduct of primaries. He revealed that the ongoing membership validation exercise will continue into the new year, after which permanent membership cards will be issued from January. Only members with the APGA permanent card, he reiterated, will be eligible to contest elections or serve as delegates.

To support the process, each State Chairman has already received 1,000 membership forms. The ICT Department at the National Headquarters will oversee the collation and input of completed forms into the Party’s electronic database. The National Chairman clarified that the APGA Membership Registration website remains active and relevant, with updates currently being made. Members who registered online, he noted, are not required to fill the physical form again.

He stressed that the physical membership form is a simplified alternative to the electronic process, designed to accommodate areas with limited internet access. State Chairmen were further instructed to return all completed forms promptly to the National Secretariat to facilitate timely digital documentation.

Turning to the issue of delegate elections, the National Chairman declared that APGA will no longer use physical delegate forms. Beginning next year, aspirants must log into a dedicated Party portal to complete and submit delegate forms electronically, including payment of prescribed fees. This, he said, will eliminate the fraudulent practices of the past, where fake delegate forms were produced and sold in large numbers.

For congresses, an official list of duly qualified delegates will be generated and printed directly from the Party’s database. This list will be the only recognized document for delegate elections. With this innovation, APGA reaffirms its position as the first political party in Nigeria to fully digitalize its membership and delegate processes, setting a new standard of transparency, accountability, and credibility in the country’s political landscape.

Concluding his remarks, Barr. Ezeokenwa urged Party leaders at all levels to fully embrace the membership drive and digital reforms. He described the initiative as a turning point in APGA’s history, one that will strengthen internal democracy and position the Party as a model of innovation and transparency in Nigeria’s democratic system.

Best Brain Initiative Honours Hon. Yemi Taiwo as Drug-Free Society Ambassador

 BEST BRAIN INITIATIVE HONOURS HON. YEMI TAIWO AS DRUG-FREE SOCIETY AMBASSADOR 

The Oyo State Library Board on Tuesday played host to the Best Brain Initiative Foundation, a youth-focused non-governmental organization committed to societal development, education, and the campaign against drug abuse. The visit was marked by an atmosphere of collaboration and recognition as both institutions pledged to work together for the advancement of young people in the state.

Leading the Foundation’s delegation was its Executive Director, **Amb. Dr. Ojewola Olawale**, who commended the Library Board for its continuous efforts in promoting literacy and youth empowerment. He noted that the Foundation’s mission aligns with the Board’s vision of nurturing young minds and equipping them with the knowledge and discipline needed to succeed.

The high point of the event was the **decoration of Hon. Yemi Taiwo, Chairman of the Oyo State Library Board, as the “African Ambassador for a Drug-Free Society.”** The honour, bestowed by the Best Brain Initiative Foundation, was in recognition of his tireless commitment to creating an environment where young people can thrive free from the destructive influence of drug abuse.

In his address, Amb. Dr. Olawale described Hon. Taiwo as “a leader whose dedication to a drug-free society is both inspiring and exemplary.” He emphasized that Hon. Taiwo’s record of advocacy and policy direction in support of healthy living among youth makes him deserving of continental recognition.

Responding to the honour, Hon. Yemi Taiwo expressed deep appreciation to the Foundation, assuring them of his unwavering resolve to continue championing causes that safeguard the future of the younger generation. “This decoration is not just a recognition of my efforts, but also a call to greater responsibility. Together, with organizations like Best Brain Initiative, we will build a safer and healthier society,” he said.

The event also featured discussions on **strategic partnerships** between the Oyo State Library Board and the Foundation. Both parties agreed to design and implement joint programmes that focus on education, awareness campaigns, and drug prevention projects targeted at schools and communities within Oyo State.

Participants at the event highlighted the crucial role libraries play in shaping society, not just as knowledge centres, but also as safe spaces where youths can find alternatives to vices such as drug abuse. The meeting thus reinforced the importance of expanding the reach of the Library Board in its community engagement efforts.

The decoration of Hon. Taiwo as an African Ambassador also symbolizes a **continental recognition** of the importance of local leadership in addressing global challenges such as drug abuse. It further amplifies Oyo State’s role in setting an example for other regions across Africa.

As the ceremony drew to a close, both institutions reaffirmed their **commitment to collaboration**, pledging to intensify efforts that will foster literacy, empower youths, and promote drug-free lifestyles. The visit ended with renewed optimism for a stronger partnership that will drive positive social change.

With this landmark event, the Oyo State Library Board and the Best Brain Initiative Foundation have set a new pace for community-based advocacy, demonstrating that the fight against drug abuse requires unity, education, and dedicated leadership.