The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications (Office of the Vice President), Stanley Nkwocha, has questioned whether or not a proposed one-term presidency association involving former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, would serve the long-term political pursuits of the South-East forward of the 2027 basic elections.
Nkwocha additionally questioned Obi’s political calculations amid stories of a potential political association involving former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso.
The presidential aide raised the considerations on Saturday at a strategic sensitisation assembly of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imerienwe Ward 5, Ngor Okpala Local Government Area of Imo State.
He urged the South-East to reassess its political technique, embrace strategic alliances and strengthen its participation in nationwide politics as preparations collect momentum for the 2027 elections.
According to Nkwocha, the area should take into account its electoral energy, prevailing nationwide political realities and the event alternatives accessible via constructive engagement with the Federal Government.
He argued that the South-East’s comparatively smaller registered voter inhabitants made broader political partnerships and strategic engagement with different geopolitical zones essential issues in its pursuit of nationwide management.
The presidential aide maintained that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had demonstrated its dedication to the area via infrastructure initiatives, institutional reforms and financial investments, regardless of the voting sample recorded within the South-East throughout the 2023 presidential election.
He cited the institution of the South-East Development Commission, the continued reconstruction of main federal highways, enhancements in transport infrastructure and different financial initiatives as proof of the administration’s dedication to inclusive nationwide growth.
Nkwocha additionally urged his kinsmen to help the Tinubu administration and Vice President Kashim Shettima, emphasising the significance of grassroots participation in nationwide politics.
“My boss, Vice President Kashim Shettima, is on the ballot. Please support the Vice President,” he appealed.
At the assembly, the Deputy Chief of Staff (Operations) to the Imo State Governor, Barrister Enyinnaya Onuegbu, recalled Imerienwe’s longstanding status for political organisation and grassroots mobilisation.
“We used to come to Imerienwe to learn how to play politics,” he mentioned, noting that Ngor Okpala had historically been recognised for delivering substantial bloc votes throughout elections.
Onuegbu counseled Governor Hope Uzodimma for infrastructure growth throughout Imo State, notably enhancements in aviation services which have enabled night time flight operations on the Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport.
“Under Governor Hope Uzodimma, aeroplanes now land at the Imo State Airport at night. More good things are coming in the future,” he mentioned.
He expressed confidence locally’s political dedication, declaring that “Imerienwe will deliver all APC candidates in the coming elections.”
Also talking, Chairman of Ndi Nze Ngor-Okpala and Okenze Ngor-Okpala Ggburukhulu, Chief Sylvester Okenze Obinna, urged group members to help Nkwocha and counseled his contributions to the event of the realm.
He known as on residents to exhibit their appreciation via unity and electoral help for Tinubu and Shettima within the 2027 basic elections.
“Our son, Stanley Nkwocha, has made us proud, and we must stand together to support him. The best way to appreciate his efforts and the opportunities his position has brought to our community is to remain united and vote overwhelmingly for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima in the coming elections. We must show that Ngor Okpala stands firmly behind its own,” he mentioned.
Retired Air Vice Marshal Remigius Ekeh additionally emphasised the significance of unity and strategic political engagement in advancing the group’s collective pursuits.
“Politics is both local and strategic. Strategic thinking must be used in order to make a success of our political ambitions,” he mentioned.
Earlier, the Village Chairman of Umunakara Community, Hon. Ifeanyi Nwaiwu, introduced that political leaders and supporters throughout seven villages—Umuchieze, Umukoha, Umundiukwu, Umunakara, Umunwoko, Umuodu and Umuokoji—had resolved to unite beneath the APC.
“There is no other party in contention. We are all collapsing our political affiliations into the APC,” Nwaiwu declared.
He assured the social gathering management of the group’s dedication to the mobilisation train, saying, “We will not shame you.”
The ward chairman additionally introduced requests for the grading of group roads and the set up of fifty extra solar-powered streetlights at strategic places to enhance accessibility, safety and financial actions.
The assembly attracted group leaders, girls and youth representatives, political stakeholders and APC supporters from Imo State and different components of the South-East, with discussions specializing in political participation, grassroots organisation and group growth priorities.
Other audio system included the APC Owerri Zonal Women Leader, Lady Tina Okere; the APC Vice Chairman in Ngor Okpala Local Government Area, Honourable Mrs. Georginia Onuoha; the APC Secretary in Ngor Okpala Local Government Area, Emmanuel Ukachukwu Dubic; the APC Youth Leader in Ngor Okpala Local Government Area, Chinedu Uhuka; the APC Imerienwe Ward 5 Chairman, Nze Friday Ole; Hon. Onyema Hyacinth Madukaku; Hon. Akuta Fabian Ekene; Hon. Camsire Okoro; Chief Raymond Madu; and Chief Kelvin Mbadiwe Ekeh, amongst others.
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