The South-East chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term in 2027, issuing a stern warning against any attempts to fracture the Igbo vote across different political parties. This significant political declaration comes shortly after Peter Obi’s announcement of his party affiliation, signaling a potential shift in the region’s political landscape. The APC leaders emphasized their unwavering support for Tinubu’s re-election bid, aiming to consolidate the zone’s political power and ensure better representation.
This decisive move by the South-East APC leadership, comprising elders and critical stakeholders, was formalized during an ‘Izu Umunne’ meeting in Enugu. The objective was to counter any challenges to President Tinubu’s aspiration for a second term and to prevent the scattering of votes that has historically diminished the region’s influence.
Featured snippet paragraph: The South-East APC has endorsed President Bola Tinubu for the 2027 general election, urging the Igbo population to consolidate their votes for the ruling party to enhance regional representation and secure national resources.
The endorsement motion was jointly moved by former Senate Presidents Pius Anyim and Ken Nnamani, who lauded the decision as both courageous and strategically vital for the South-East’s political future. They stressed the importance of unity and a unified voting bloc to maximize the zone’s bargaining power.
During the extensive deliberations, national developments, regional challenges, and the strategic positioning of the Igbo people in Nigeria’s political future were thoroughly discussed. The meeting saw the presence of all three APC governors from the South-East: Hope Uzodimma of Imo State, Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State, and the host Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State.
The communique issued unequivocally stated the South-East zone’s “unalloyed, total and unwavering support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as our sole and undisputed presidential candidate for the 2027 general election.” This declaration clearly dissociates the region from any self-serving individual ambitions that could undermine collective unity and progress.
APC leaders underscored that achieving the zone’s progress and the party’s success cannot be attained through narrow personal ambitions or actions that fracture collective unity. Any conduct deemed contrary to these shared aspirations will not receive endorsement or support from the South-East.
The political leadership of the South-East has resolved, in the supreme interest of Ndi Igbo, to prevent personal ego and motivated actions from dictating the zone’s fate. The region intends to align with other zones in supporting the ruling party to effectively negotiate better representation and secure its interests.
The APC is presented as the most practical party of choice for the Igbo people, with political, traditional, and business leaders, alongside the general populace, resolving to support the ruling party. This decision is rooted in the transformative policies of the APC-led federal government and the opportunities presented to the region.
Alignment with the ruling party is seen as imperative for securing a fair share of national resources, infrastructure, appointments, and development. The leaders urged all Igbo sons and daughters, both within Nigeria and in the Diaspora, to fully embrace the APC as the most effective platform for realizing their political, economic, and social aspirations.
Despite different political parties currently controlling the five South-Eastern states, APC leaders issued a strong warning against scattering votes across multiple parties. They insisted that every vote cast by Ndigbo voters must be for President Tinubu, irrespective of any individual’s political ambitions from the zone.
Satisfaction with Tinubu’s presidency was expressed, with commendations for the significant strides made under his administration, particularly in bridging infrastructural gaps in the South-East. The elevation of Igbo individuals to key national positions and the President’s commitment to inclusive governance were also noted.
President Tinubu’s leadership is described as competent, results-oriented, and focused on national cohesion, earning the deepest respect of the South-East APC leaders. They are convinced that his continued stewardship offers the brightest prospects for the accelerated development of the region and the nation.
Allegiance was pledged to the Chairman of the South-East Governors Forum and the Progressive Governors Forum, Governor Hope Uzodimma, and other governors who have demonstrated visionary guidance and consistent defense of Igbo interests. Complete loyalty and support were also pledged to all five governors as they advance in support of President Tinubu.
Irrevocable commitment was made to mobilize all available human, material, and spiritual resources to deliver massive bloc votes to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu across the five South-Eastern states in 2027. This mobilization will involve intensified voter education, registration drives, strengthening party structures, and unity-building efforts to ensure an unprecedented victory for the President and the South-East.
Governors Mbah and Nwifuru are assigned to oversee APC mobilization in Anambra State, while Governor Uzodimma will continue to lead efforts in Imo State. The call is for all Ndi Igbo to rally in this endeavor to build a future where their children can prosper in a Nigeria that truly works for everyone.
Governor Mbah described the endorsement and the increasing alignment of the South-East with the APC as a “paradigm shift grounded in pragmatism,” signifying a move from observing history to actively shaping it. Governor Nwifuru expressed confidence that all South-East governors would be APC members by 2027, urging reconciliation and sacrifice within the party.
The South-East APC has spoken with one voice, standing firmly with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the All Progressives Congress, and the leadership of their performing governors. This unified stance aims to secure a strong future for the region within the national political framework.
