By Jide Oluwajuyitan, November 4, 2025
In four days, the people of Anambra State will elect a new governor. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has cleared 16 candidates, but Chukwuma Soludo, an outsider and incumbent governor, remains the candidate to beat.
Political pundits predict a landslide win for Soludo, beating seasoned politicians. His rise is unprecedented, sparking curiosity about the sources of his transformation.
Many believe the Soludo brand will require future studies by intellectuals, given his unparalleled rise and extraordinary performance. Originally a cynical intellectual, Soludo spent his productive years in the Ivory Tower.
Author's summary: Soludo's transformation is unprecedented.