Dr. Paul Chukwuma, who was once viewed as a leading candidate in the highly competitive governorship race within the All Progressives Congress (APC) for Anambra State, has officially stepped away from the party.

In a dramatic turn of events, Dr. Paul Chukwuma, who was once viewed as a leading candidate in the highly competitive governorship race within the All Progressives Congress (APC) for Anambra State, has officially stepped away from the party. His resignation, which came just under 24 hours before the scheduled primary elections slated for this Saturday, has sent shockwaves through the party’s ranks and raised numerous questions about the future of the upcoming contest. Dr. Chukwuma, who had been actively campaigning and positioning himself as a serious contender for the gubernatorial ticket, cited a range of undisclosed reasons for his sudden departure. His exit not only leaves a significant void in the APC’s roster of aspirants but also highlights internal dynamics and potential challenges within the party as it moves closer to the crucial primaries. Analysts and political observers note that such last-minute withdrawals, although not unheard of in Nigerian politics, often reflect deep...