Patrick Ubajaka, a prominent aspirant under the platform of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), has announced his intention to run for the vacant Anambra South Senatorial District seat at the National Assembly. This seat was left open following the unfortunate passing of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah in July 2024. The senator’s death in a tragic incident led to the vacancy that has sparked interest from multiple political figures vying for the position.
Ubajaka, a kinsman of the late Senator Ubah, made his declaration in Awka on Thursday, emphasizing that his decision to contest is a combination of divine orchestration and a well-informed desire to serve his people. He argued that, being from the same Otolo community in Nnewi North Local Government Area as Ubah, he is naturally positioned to complete the late senator’s unfinished tenure. He called for the people of the district to allow a close relative of Ubah to take over the seat, ensuring continuity in the leadership.
In his address, Ubajaka elaborated on his background within the APGA, having been a member since its inception, and his qualifications to represent the Anambra South district in the Senate. He stated that the region, which spans seven local government areas—Aguata, Ekwusigo, Ihiala, Nnewi North, Nnewi South, Orumba North, and Orumba South—requires a leader with intimate knowledge of its terrain and people. According to him, Anambra South is home to a large concentration of entrepreneurs, politicians, traditional leaders, and scholars, making it a district with unique political and economic importance.
Ubajaka stressed that representing such a significant district is not an “all comers job” and requires a leader who can foster relationships and work collaboratively. He pointed to his extensive experience both as a private entrepreneur and as a former public servant. He also noted his history of successful project executions, including those funded by the European Union, which he believes has prepared him for effective representation in the Senate.
Addressing his vision for the district, Ubajaka revealed a seven-point agenda designed to bring meaningful change to Anambra South. His primary focus will be quality representation, through the sponsorship of impactful bills, and ensuring that the voice of the people is heard in the Senate. He expressed confidence that his leadership would reflect the values and policies of Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s administration, which is working toward making Anambra a peaceful, secure, livable, and prosperous state.
Ubajaka, who described his candidacy as driven by a mix of personal conviction and a deep-seated commitment to APGA’s progressive ideology, made it clear that his goal was to continue the work started by Senator Ubah before his untimely death. He assured his supporters that his election would not only preserve the late senator’s legacy but also ensure that his work on behalf of the people of Anambra South remains uninterrupted.
Ubajaka’s call for support from the APGA leadership underlined his determination to carry forward the vision of the party. He appealed to the party’s leadership to consider him for the senatorial ticket, promising that his legislative agenda would align with the ideals of the Soludo administration, focusing on the sustainable development of Anambra State.
In conclusion, Ubajaka expressed his readiness to take on the responsibility of representing Anambra South in the Senate, with a pledge to remain consistent in character and ideology, advocating for the welfare of the people and the preservation of the legacies that have shaped the region.
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