The Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, and other party flagbearers following the confirmation of their candidacies for the 2027 general elections by the party’s National Working Committee (NWC).
The party also extended congratulations to its confirmed senatorial candidates, Hon. Emeka Atuma and Hon. Erondu Uchenna Erondu, as well as House of Representatives candidates Hon. Chris Nkwonta, Rt. Hon. Uzo Azubuike, Chief Udo Alozie, Chief Uzo Ihuka, Rt. Hon. Chinedum Orji, Rt. Hon. Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, and Mr. Ikenna Ukwa.
In a statement issued by the Abia APC State Publicity Secretary, Uche Aguoru, the party described the confirmation of candidates who emerged victorious during the National Assembly and governorship primaries as a reflection of the confidence reposed in their leadership, competence and capacity to deliver.
According to the statement, the party is optimistic that with unity and collective commitment, its candidates will secure decisive victories at the polls and position the APC to take over governance at all levels in Abia State.
The party also commended the National Chairman of the APC, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, and members of the National Working Committee for conducting what it described as a transparent, credible and fair primary election that gave all aspirants equal opportunities to participate.
While acknowledging the efforts of aspirants who were unsuccessful during the primaries, the party appealed to them to remain committed to the APC and embrace the spirit of sportsmanship by supporting the party’s candidates ahead of the elections.
“There are no losers in the APC family. The greater task before us is to remain united, work together with determination and ensure victory for our party at all levels in the forthcoming elections,” the statement said.
The Abia APC further expressed appreciation to its members across the state for their loyalty, sacrifices and unwavering support, assuring them that the party is fully prepared for the electoral contest and confident of emerging victorious.
The party reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its structures, consolidating internal unity and mobilising support across the state as preparations for the 2027 general elections gather momentum.
