In a stunning political development, former Abia State Governor and Nigeria’s Ambassador to Spain, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu, alongside the PDP’s 2027 governorship candidate in Abia State, Dr. Kelechi Anosike, has been named in the updated All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid.
The updated list, released at about 4:55 p.m. on Thursday, has generated considerable political interest, particularly following the inclusion of prominent figures with strong affiliations to the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Among other notable personalities named in the council are the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) Mandate Secretary, Dr. Chinedum Elechi; PDP chieftain, Chief Raymond Aliga; former Secretary to the Abia State Government, Barr. Chris Ezem; and former Abia State Commissioner and PDP member, Lady Adaku Oseiza.
In another notable inclusion, renowned gospel artiste, Dr. Felix Ndukwe, has been appointed Director of Creative Arts Mobilisation in the campaign council.
The emergence of these political heavyweights, particularly serving and former members of the opposition PDP, has added an intriguing dimension to the political landscape in Abia State, raising questions about the evolving alliances and political calculations ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The development is particularly significant given the inclusion of Dr. Anosike, who is identified as the PDP governorship candidate for the 2027 Abia State election, in a campaign structure established to advance the electoral fortunes of the ruling APC.
The APC Presidential Campaign Council was inaugurated on Thursday in Umuahia, the Abia State capital. The council is expected to spearhead political mobilisation, stakeholder engagement, strategic communication and grassroots campaigns in support of President Tinubu’s anticipated re-election bid.
The composition of the council is already attracting attention, with its membership reflecting a mix of political actors, influential stakeholders and personalities from different professional backgrounds.
Abia 2027 Bombshell: Ikpeazu, PDP Gov’ship Candidate Anosike, Others Make Tinubu’s APC Campaign Council
