Onyekaonwu Emerges Action Alliance Senatorial Candidate for Anambra South By-Election

The candidate of the Action Alliance for the upcoming Anambra South Senatorial District by-election Hon. Chijioke Onyekaonwu

By our reporter

Hon. Chijioke Onyekaonwu has emerged as the unanimous candidate of the Action Alliance (AA) for the upcoming Anambra South Senatorial District by-election scheduled for August 16, 2025.

The peaceful and transparent primary election was held on Monday at Hotel De Robin in Nnewi.

It was conducted by the party’s primary electoral committee and closely monitored by officials from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Onyekaonwu’s emergence as the sole candidate was a unanimous decision ,an affirmation of his leadership qualities and his dedication to upholding the party’s manifesto.

According to party delegates, Onyekaonwu is regarded as a principled politician who is committed to providing genuine parliamentary representation, free from personal or economic encumbrances.

In his acceptance speech, Onyekaonwu emphasized his role as a servant of the people rather than a wealthy figure driven by private interests.

“I remain the only candidate who will provide true parliamentary representation and speak the needs of the people to power. I am not a billionaire who could ignore their voices because of personal or economic interests,” he stated.

He expressed deep gratitude to party members and leadership for ensuring a credible and peaceful process, describing his candidacy as the result of a collective effort.

Onyekaonwu pledged to deliver quality representation to the people of Anambra South Senatorial District.

His candidacy is seen as a significant boost to the AA’s prospects in the by-election, given his reputation as a principled, people-focused leader.

In his remarks, AA State Chairman, Sir Nobert Okoli, commended the unity and loyalty of party members. He noted that democracy thrives when “the majority have their way and the minority their say.