Senate President Calls for Unity to Secure 2027 Re-Election for President Tinubu
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has urged All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders in the South-South region to rally their support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmadu Tinubu in 2027. He emphasized the importance of mobilizing significant voter turnout to ensure the region delivers the highest number of votes in the country.
Akpabio made this appeal during the APC South-South regional conference held in Asaba, Delta State. The event was attended by all six governors from the resource-rich region, highlighting the growing political influence of the APC as reported by local news outlets.
In his address, Akpabio expressed appreciation to President Tinubu and the party leadership for recognizing the South-South zone, which has not seen a Senate President from its ranks in 45 years. He acknowledged the goodwill extended to the region, leading to an increase in party membership and alignment with the ruling party.
Reflecting on the expansion of the APC’s footprint in the South-South, Akpabio noted that the party previously controlled just one state until 2023 but now boasts a presence in all six states of the zone. He credited this progress to the strategic leadership within the party, led by President Victor Giadom, which has fostered stability and focus.
Addressing the party members, Akpabio stated, “Governor of Cross River State, you are not alone anymore.” He emphasized that the achievements uniting the South-South governors were realized through solid leadership at the regional level. He encouraged members to remain committed as they head into the next general elections, urging them to not only support President Tinubu but also outpace other geopolitical regions in voter turnout.
Akpabio conveyed a sense of confidence, stating that the real question for the party is not whether they can win in 2027, but by what margin they will achieve victory. He underscored the need for unity and focus, reminding attendees, “The challenge before us is clear: South-South must deliver the highest votes among the six zones.”
The Senate President also reflected on his appointment, noting that the last representative from the South-South to hold the office was Joseph Weyas during the Second Republic. He asserted that the Tinubu administration has redressed historical imbalances, positioning the South-South prominently within national politics.
Conference Marks a Turning Point for APC in the South-South
In his address, conference organizer Sheriff Obolewori remarked that the gathering was a transformative moment for the APC in the region and highlighted the South-South’s critical role in Nigeria’s political and economic landscape. “For the first time, the South-South region is unified under one political party,” he maintained.
Obolewori clarified that the conference was more than a typical political event; it symbolized unity, organization, and readiness for future electoral challenges. He called on party members to maintain momentum by strengthening their grassroots connections and collaborating closely with voters.
One of the highlights of the conference was the election of the new South-South regional executive council, which was established through a consensus that reflected the party’s internal unity. Chief Victor Giadom was re-elected as the APC South-South National Vice-Chairman, along with other key executive members, including Dr. Ita Udsen as the zone executive director and Dr. Samuel Nwanosike as Public Relations Secretary.
The meeting culminated in a renewed sense of optimism among party leaders, who expressed confidence that the APC’s growing prominence in the South-South will provide a strategic electoral advantage for President Tinubu in the 2027 elections.
