The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu West Senatorial District has reaffirmed its commitment to the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, members of the National and State Houses of Assembly, and other party candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The party committed at its zonal meeting held at the Awgu Local Government Area Headquarters on Saturday, October 24, 2026, with a call for intensified grassroots mobilisation, voter sensitisation, and stronger party structures across the district.
The meeting attracted a large gathering of party faithful and prominent stakeholders from the five local government areas that make up Enugu West Senatorial District: Aninri, Ezeagu, Udi, Oji River, and Awgu, as well as The officials from the Enugu State Government.
Those in attendance included traditional rulers, zonal, local government and ward party executives, government officials, women and youth leaders, and other political stakeholders who deliberated on strategies to strengthen the party and secure victory in the forthcoming elections.
Among the dignitaries present were the APC Enugu West Zonal Chairman and convener of the meeting, Hon. Nze Chimaobi David; the Chief of Staff to the Enugu State Governor, Barr. Victor Udeh; former PDP National Secretary, S.K.E. Udeokoye; Dist. Sen.Ben Collins Ndu; Dst. Sen.Hyde Onuaguluchi Commissioner for Transport, Hon. Rechard Agu, the, Commissioner for Culture, and Tourism, Chief Mrs. Ugochi Mmadueke; Commissioner for water resources Engir.Bencolins Ndu Jnr, and the Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Barr. Lloyd Ekweremadu.
Also in attendance were local government chairmen from across Enugu West, including the host chairman, Hon. Uchenna Joseph Okolo of Awgu LGA; Hon. Greg Chijioke Anyaegbudike of Oji River; Hon. Vita Ndu of Ezeagu; and Hon. Higenus Agu of Udi, who was represented by his deputy, Hon. Emmanuel Eze.
The meeting commenced with an opening prayer led by the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Chief Mrs. Ugochi Mmadueke, followed by the reading of the minutes of the previous meeting by the Zonal Secretary, Mr. Udeani Nnamani.
ZONAL CHAIRMAN CALLS FOR INTENSIFIED GRASSROOTS MOBILISATION
Addressing the gathering, the APC Enugu West Zonal Chairman, Hon. Nze Chimaobi David, welcomed participants and disclosed that the meeting was the second since the inauguration of the new zonal executive committee.
He described the meeting as timely and necessary, noting that it provided an important platform for strengthening the party’s internal structures and intensifying grassroots engagement ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Hon. Chimaobi urged party members to embrace door-to-door campaigns, voter mobilisation, and sensitisation to communicate the achievements of the APC-led administrations at the federal and state levels.
He particularly called on members to showcase the developmental strides of Governor Peter Mbah, stressing the need for continuity and sustainability of ongoing projects and policies.
Highlighting the governor’s achievements in road infrastructure, smart schools, agriculture, aviation, and healthcare, the zonal chairman urged party faithful across the five local government areas to intensify their mobilisation efforts in support of Governor Mbah’s re-election bid, President Tinubu, and all other APC candidates.
“Hon.David.also emphasized on pooling unity mobilization,calling on all stakeholders to return home to there home base, more importantly there pooling units.He expressively state that APC must win all the 1027 pooling units in Enugu west,81wards and five LGA that made up Enugu west senatorial zone.”
CHIEF OF STAFF EXPRESSES CONFIDENCE IN MBAH’S RE-ELECTION
Also speaking, the Chief of Staff to the Enugu State Governor, Barr. Victor Udeh, commended party members for their contributions to the growth and success of the APC.
He expressed confidence in Governor Mbah’s prospects for re-election, attributing the optimism to what he described as the governor’s impressive performance and commitment to the development of Enugu State during his first term.
Barr. Udeh highlighted the administration’s achievements across critical sectors, including education, road infrastructure, healthcare, security, transportation, and agriculture.
He also expressed support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, drawing attention to federal projects and initiatives in the South-East, including road networks, gas pipeline installations, and the concessioning of Enugu Air, which he cited as examples of efforts to advance development in the region.
The Chief of Staff urged party members to remain united and committed to communicating the achievements of both administrations to the electorate.
Similarly, Distinguished Senator Hide Onuaguluchi, Expressed delight at the meeting cordition as he laid strong emphasis on a one hundred percent vote for the Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah as well as other APC Candidates.
Sen. Onuaguluchi also advocated for A door- to- door political mobilisation to ensure a complete victory for the APC at all levels as he cited the need for continuity and good governance.
LOCAL GOVERNMENT CHAIRMEN, PARTY LEADERS DECLARE SUPPORT
In a demonstration of solidarity, the local government chairmen, including Hon. Uchenna Joseph Okolo of Awgu, Hon. Greg Chijioke Anyaegbudike of Oji River, and Hon. Vitalis Ndu of Ezeagu, reaffirmed their support for the re-election of APC candidates.
The chairmen also made financial contributions towards the successful hosting of the zonal meeting.
A major highlight of the gathering was the presentation of affirmation speeches and situation reports by the five local government party chairmen.
Those who presented reports were Hon. Christian Afamefuna Okeafor of Aninri, Hon. Kenechukwu Okolo of Awgu, Hon. Steve Anibueze of Ezeagu, Barr. Bona Mmadu of Udi, and Hon. Paul Udebuluzo of Oji River.
The five chairmen affirmed their readiness to mobilise party members and supporters in their respective local government areas towards securing victory for APC candidates at the polls.
They also reiterated their commitment to strengthening party structures, consolidating grassroots support, and ensuring effective coordination of campaign activities across the district.
Speaking on behalf of the state and national lawmakers, the member representing Awgu South State Constituency, Hon. Anthony Nwankwo, and a representative of Distinguished Senator Osita Ngwu expressed solidarity with the party’s position on continuity and sustainable governance.
They also made financial donations in support of the zonal meeting.
The presence and contributions of party stakeholders, elected officials, and grassroots leaders further underscored the gathering’s emphasis on unity, cooperation, and collective responsibility in advancing the party’s electoral interests.
MEETING ENDS ON NOTE OF SOLIDARITY
The meeting concluded with refreshments and renewed expressions of commitment to the party’s electoral aspirations.
In his closing remarks, the zonal chairman Hon. David appreciated the Meeting attendees for their individual contributions and support towards the success of the gathering.
The party’s legal adviser subsequently led the closing prayer.
The Enugu West APC zonal meeting has set the stage for intensified political engagement and grassroots mobilisation as the party prepares for the 2027 general elections.
With stakeholders from the five local government areas expressing a common position on the need to sustain the party’s leadership at the federal and state levels, the challenge now lies in translating the resolutions and declarations of support into effective grassroots engagement and electoral preparedness.
As the countdown to the elections continues, the unity demonstrated at the meeting will be tested by the party’s ability to maintain internal cohesion, strengthen its structures, and connect its message of continuity and development with the aspirations of the electorate across Enugu West and beyond.
