On April 15, 2025, Engr. Johnbosco Onunkwo was inaugurated as the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Anambra Reconciliation Committee by the party’s National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje. The event, held at the APC National Secretariat in Abuja, marks a pivotal move to unify the party in Anambra State following the recently concluded governorship primaries.
Engr. Onunkwo, a respected engineer, philanthropist, and one of the APC’s longest-serving members in Anambra, was appointed to lead an 18-member committee tasked with resolving internal disputes and strengthening party cohesion. His selection is seen as a strategic choice, given his deep-rooted history with the APC and his recent participation as an aspirant in the Anambra governorship primaries, where he garnered significant grassroots support.
The reconciliation committee includes prominent Anambra figures such as Senator Dr. Uche Ekwunife, Senator Margery Okadigbo, Mr Azuka Okwuosa, Senator Emma Anosike, Hon Nelson Onubuogu, and Senator Stella Oduah. The Committee also has Dr. Chidozie Nwankwo as the Co-Chairman (South)
Sen. Dr. Iyom Uche Ekwunife is the Co-Chairman (Central),
Sen. Emma Anosike is the Co-Chairman(North), while Amb. Dr Elijah Onyeagba will serve as Committee Secretary. These are men and women whose collective influence is expected to bolster the APC’s unity and electoral prospects ahead of the November 8, 2025, governorship election.
During the inauguration, Dr. Ganduje underscored the importance of unity, stating, “Engr. Onunkwo’s leadership, loyalty, and ability to connect with people make him the perfect choice to lead this committee. His efforts will ensure the APC emerges stronger and united in Anambra.”
In his acceptance speech, Engr. Onunkwo expressed gratitude for the opportunity and, on behalf of the committee, vowed to deliver on the task entrusted to them. He emphasized the committee’s commitment to uniting the party, declaring, “We will work tirelessly to heal divisions and reconcile all members. Anambra must go to the APC in November, and we are determined to make this a reality.” His bold pledge resonated with party faithful, signaling a renewed drive to capture the state’s governorship.
Onunkwo’s appointment has been widely praised, with party stakeholders highlighting his dedication and consensus-building skills. His leadership is expected to rally support for the APC’s governorship candidate, Nicholas Ukachukwu, who won the primaries.
The committee’s formation comes at a crucial time as the APC seeks to consolidate its influence in Anambra and challenge the ruling All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA). Under Onunkwo’s guidance, the committee will immediately begin engaging party members, addressing grievances, and fostering unity to position the APC as a formidable contender in the upcoming election.
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