South East APC Leaders Rally Support for Tinubu

South East APC Leaders Rally Support for Tinubu

South East leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have formally pledged their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s second-term bid in 2027, describing the move as a strategic alignment for the region’s political and economic future. The endorsement came during the “Izu Umunne” stakeholders’ meeting in Enugu, where governors, party elders, and lawmakers resolved to deliver bloc votes for Tinubu.

The Gathering in Enugu

The pivotal meeting, tagged Izu Umunne, was held at the Hotel Presidential in Enugu. It brought together APC governors from the South East, including Imo State’s Hope Uzodimma, Enugu’s Peter Mbah, and Ebonyi’s Francis Nwifuru, alongside prominent party elders such as former Senate Presidents Anyim Pius Anyim and Ken Nnamani. 

The event was marked by a unified declaration that the South East would stand firmly behind Tinubu in the 2027 general elections.

Governor Uzodimma, who serves as the APC’s South East leader and “Renewed Hope Ambassador,” emphasized that the responsibility of delivering electoral success in the region was collective. He urged stakeholders to see Tinubu’s re-election as crucial to securing the South East’s relevance in Nigeria’s political future.

Strategic Endorsement and Communiqué

The leaders issued a communiqué affirming their commitment to unity and progress, dissociating themselves from activities driven by personal interests. They described the APC as the most practical platform for realizing the political, economic, and social aspirations of the Igbo people. The motion for Tinubu’s endorsement was moved by Anyim Pius Anyim and seconded by Ken Nnamani, before being unanimously adopted.

The communiqué also warned against dividing Igbo votes, particularly in light of former Labour Party candidate Peter Obi’s recent declaration of membership in the African Democratic Congress (ADC). South East APC leaders dismissed Obi’s challenge, insisting that bloc voting for Tinubu was the only way to secure meaningful development for the region.

Developmental Justifications

Supporters of Tinubu within the South East cited his administration’s transformative policies as the basis for their endorsement. They argued that the APC government had opened new opportunities for the region, particularly in infrastructure and economic empowerment. Leaders stressed that aligning with Tinubu would ensure that the South East remained central to Nigeria’s governance and development trajectory.

Political Implications

The endorsement signals a significant shift in South East politics, traditionally dominated by opposition parties such as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party (LP). By rallying behind Tinubu, APC leaders in the region are positioning themselves for greater influence at the national level. The move also reflects a pragmatic approach, as leaders acknowledged that aligning with the ruling party at the center would yield more tangible benefits for their people.

Let’s Take A Break

The South East APC leaders’ rally for Tinubu underscores a calculated political realignment aimed at securing both regional development and national relevance. 

With governors, elders, and lawmakers united under the banner of “Renewed Hope,” the South East appears poised to deliver bloc votes for Tinubu in 2027.

Whether this unity will hold against opposition challenges remains to be seen, but the message from Enugu is clear: the South East APC has chosen to stand firmly with Tinubu.