By Nwamulunamma Ogbunka, Abuja
Eze Onyebuchi Chukwu, the All Progressives Grands Alliance (APGA) candidate for Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) Chairmanship, has congratulated Hon. Christopher Zakka (Mekalangu), the incumbent Chairman and the Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on his victory in the February 21, 2026, election. In a statement, Chukwu praised the people of Abuja Municipal Area Council for exercising their democratic rights in a peaceful and orderly manner.
Chukwu expressed gratitude for a safe campaign season and election day without any loss of life or injury, calling it a victory for democracy and AMAC. He acknowledged Mekalangu’s win, respecting the will of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), as a legally established institution.
The APGA candidate urged Mekalangu to be magnanimous in victory, govern with humility, and embrace inclusiveness in leadership. He emphasized that AMAC belongs to all, regardless of political, tribal, or religious differences, and hoped Mekalangu’s administration would reflect fairness, unity, and commitment to the common good.
Chukwu thanked his team, supporters, and everyone who stood with him throughout the campaign, praising their courage, principle, and integrity. He noted that elections are contests of ideas and structure, but character is measured by how one conducts oneself before, during, and after the process.
The statement concluded with a call to action, urging Nigerians to participate in democracy, speak up, contest, vote, and contribute to nation-building. Chukwu affirmed his commitment to youth empowerment, good governance, and community development, saying the journey does not end with the election.
Chukwu’s concession speech has been seen as a model of graciousness and a testament to his character, demonstrating that politics can be done with honour and conviction.
APGA Candidate congratulates APC candidate, pledges support for AMAC leadership
Eze Onyebuchi Chukwu, the APGA candidate for Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) Chairmanship, has congratulated Christopher Zakka (Maikalangu), the Executive Chairman of AMAC, on his election victory. In a statement, Chukwu emphasized that election is a means to serve with loyalty, not by force, and that neither he nor AMAC lost, as the outcome was a reflection of God’s will.
Chukwu expressed his belief that the election could have been an opportunity for better governance, but chose not to challenge the result in court, prioritizing the society’s interests over personal ambitions. He noted that those who wish to contest the result can do so, while he prefers to support the incoming leadership to succeed.
The APGA candidate stressed that the success of the leader translates to the success of the society, and prayed that God guides the leader and the led to achieve progress, peace, and love. He reiterated his commitment to supporting the incoming administration, regardless of the outcome.
Chukwu’s concession speech has been seen as a display of maturity and a focus on the greater good. His decision not to challenge the result in court has been praised as a sign of respect for the democratic process.
The statement concluded with a message of goodwill, as Chukwu wished the incoming administration well and expressed his hope for a united and prosperous AMAC. His stance is expected to promote peace and stability in the area council.
Chukwu’s leadership and commitment to the development of AMAC have been acknowledged, and his support for the incoming administration is seen as a positive step towards achieving the council’s goals.
APGA Candidate, Chukwu pledges support for Maikalangu in AMAC Chairmanship race
By Abbanobi -Eku Onyeka
Abuja
Eze Onyebuchi Chukwu, the APGA candidate for AMAC Chairmanship, has congratulated Hon. Christopher Zakka (Mekalangu) on his victory in the February 21, 2026, election. Chukwu praised the people of Abuja Municipal Area Council for exercising their democratic right in a peaceful and orderly manner, calling it a victory for democracy and AMAC.
Chukwu attributed the successful election process to God’s intervention, saying he gives all glory to God for granting a safe campaign season and election day without any loss of life or injury. He urged Mekalangu to be magnanimous in victory, govern with humility, and embrace inclusiveness in leadership.
The APGA candidate emphasized that AMAC belongs to all, regardless of political, tribal, or religious differences, and hoped Mekalangu’s administration would reflect fairness, unity, and commitment to the common good. He thanked his team, supporters, and everyone who stood with him throughout the campaign, praising their courage, principle, and integrity.
Chukwu noted that elections are contests of ideas and structure, but character is measured by how one conducts oneself before, during, and after the process. He expressed pride in his team’s conduct, saying they showed that politics can be done with honour and conviction is stronger than compromise.
The statement concluded with a call to action, urging Nigerians to participate in democracy, speak up, contest, vote, and contribute to nation-building. Chukwu affirmed his commitment to youth empowerment, good governance, and community development, saying the journey does not end with the election.
Chukwu’s concession speech has been seen as a display of maturity and a focus on the greater good, demonstrating that politics can be done with honour and integrity.