The African Action Congress (AAC) governorship candidate in the forthcoming November 8 election in Anambra State, Chioma Ifemeludike, says her decision to contest is not a sudden transition into politics, as she has long been involved in governance and political advocacy.

Ifemeludike stated this on Friday during an appearance on Prime Time, a current affairs programme on Arise Television, monitored by DAILY POST.

“I wouldn’t necessarily call my decision to run for governor a transition, because I have always been in the corridors of governance and politics,” she said. “This is not just because I studied political science, but also because I was a student unionist. I became a unionist to speak for students who didn’t have a voice.”

The actress-turned-politician explained that her long-standing commitment to advocacy and public service motivated her to join the race, describing the AAC as a credible alternative for the people of Anambra.

“I have always been someone who takes responsibility for others,” she added. “At this point in my life, with the AAC positioning itself as the only true alternative for the people, it became imperative for me to step up and take the mantle of leadership — to become the number one person in Anambra State.”

Ifemeludike is among the candidates contesting in the highly anticipated Anambra governorship election scheduled for November 8, 2025.