The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Ebonyi State has endorsed Governor Francis Nwifuru of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as its preferred candidate for the 2027 governorship election.
The endorsement was announced by APGA’s candidate for Ebonyi North Senatorial District, Chikaodili Ojimba, during the party’s mega rally held in Abakaliki last Saturday.
Ojimba said the decision followed the withdrawal of the party’s governorship candidate, Lucy Odom, from the race in support of Nwifuru.
He described the development as a significant political realignment ahead of the 2027 general elections, commending Odom and her running mate, Terry Alu, for what he called their commitment to the collective interest of the state.
Ojimba urged APGA members to return to their respective constituencies and mobilise support for Nwifuru, citing his administration’s record in infrastructure development, peace, security and governance.
He also cautioned party supporters against political violence, stressing that electoral success should be pursued through peaceful engagement and strategic mobilisation.
Also speaking, APGA’s candidate for Ebonyi/Ohaukwu Federal Constituency, Tochukwu Ogalagu, described the endorsement as a demonstration of cooperation among progressive political forces.
Ogalagu urged supporters not to interpret the alliance as a sign of hostility between APGA and the ruling APC, explaining that political affiliations should not prevent constructive collaboration aimed at delivering democratic dividends.
He added that the party would announce a date for the formal commencement of its campaign activities in the state, noting that the alliance was expected to strengthen its electoral prospects.
The APGA State Chairman, Chukwudi Nwankwo, said the endorsement was a deliberate decision aimed at promoting peace, unity and development in Ebonyi State.
He explained that the party resolved to support Nwifuru’s second-term ambition in recognition of his efforts towards political harmony and stability in the state.
In her remarks, Odom said her decision to withdraw from the governorship race followed consultations with party members, political stakeholders and other relevant interests.
She explained that the decision was influenced by what she described as a convergence between APGA’s development priorities and the Nwifuru administration’s agenda, adding that continued collaboration would be more beneficial to the state.
The endorsement marks a notable political development in Ebonyi ahead of the 2027 governorship election, as APGA aligns with the incumbent governor’s re-election ambition.
Written by Enitan Mudashiru
