Awgunta, Obeagu Stakeholders Rally Behind Okolo’s Second-Term Bid as APC Intensifies Grassroots Mobilisation Ahead of September 26 Polls
The political atmosphere in Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State is gathering momentum ahead of the September 26, 2026 local government elections, as the Executive Chairman of the council, Hon. Uchenna Joseph Okolo, led the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign train to Awgunta and Obeagu communities in continuation of the party’s grassroots mobilisation.
The Day Four campaign activities brought together community leaders, political stakeholders, men and women, youths, party faithful and supporters, who gathered to receive Chairman Okolo and his campaign team.
The campaign, which is part of the APC’s ongoing engagement with communities across Awgu, focused on the chairman’s second-term bid, the party’s candidates and the need for political unity and continuity in governance.
The programme at Awgunta Primary School commenced with an opening prayer led by Chief Godwin Orji, setting the stage for addresses and solidarity messages from political and community stakeholders.
AWGUNTA STAKEHOLDERS BACK OKOLO
Speaking during the gathering, prominent stakeholders, including Hon. Oliver Onwu, Chief Oforbuike, Hon. Tobies Chukwu, Hon. Charles Nmeh, Hon. Tony Nwankwo, Hon. Okey Udeh and Hon. Kenechukwu Okolo, expressed support for Chairman Uchenna Joseph Okolo and his administration.
The stakeholders declared their commitment to supporting Okolo’s bid for a second term while also pledging support for other APC candidates.
They further expressed support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The speakers called for continued unity, effective grassroots mobilisation and sustained development, stressing the importance of political participation and cooperation between communities and government.
APC CAMPAIGN TRAIN MOVES TO OBEAGU
The campaign train subsequently moved to Obeagu Ward, where party faithful, women and youth groups, community leaders and prominent political stakeholders turned out to receive the delegation.
Among those present were Dr. David Eze Okeafor, Ogbuefi Paul Sunday Uzochukwu, Hon. Jude Anioke, Chief Andason Okeke, Hon. Mrs. Roseline Udeh and Hon. Tochukwu Chukwu, who reiterated their support for Chairman Okolo and the APC.
The stakeholders pledged to intensify grassroots mobilisation for the party’s candidates ahead of the forthcoming elections.
Speaking at the gathering, Hon. Tochukwu Chukwu expressed satisfaction with what he described as the developmental efforts of the current administration.
He called for greater political engagement, continuity and a more inclusive approach to governance, particularly in addressing the needs and aspirations of communities at the grassroots.
OKOLO HAILS MBAH’S DEVELOPMENT AGENDA
Responding to the various messages of support, Chairman Uchenna Joseph Okolo thanked the people of Awgunta and Obeagu for their warm reception and show of solidarity.
Okolo appealed for continued support for his administration, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Peter Mbah and other APC candidates.
The Awgu chairman particularly praised Governor Mbah’s administration, describing the governor’s infrastructural development drive as “radical” and his leadership as exceptional.
He said the development initiatives being implemented across Enugu State had provided what he considered compelling reasons for continued support for Governor Mbah and the APC.
According to Okolo, the people of Awgu would continue to identify with the governor’s development agenda and support efforts aimed at advancing the state.
He also reaffirmed his commitment to good governance and inclusive development in Awgu, promising that his administration would continue to work with communities to address developmental needs and improve the wellbeing of residents.
“UNITY AND CONTINUITY ARE KEY TO DEVELOPMENT”
Chairman Okolo further stressed the importance of political unity and continuity in governance, noting that stability in leadership would help consolidate ongoing development efforts across Awgu.
He urged residents to remain peaceful and united throughout the electoral period, while encouraging them to participate actively in the democratic process.
The chairman maintained that sustained cooperation between the government and the people remained essential to achieving meaningful and lasting development at the grassroots.
APC STEPS UP GRASSROOTS MOBILISATION
The Awgunta and Obeagu campaign stops form part of the APC’s wider grassroots mobilisation strategy across Awgu Local Government Area ahead of the September 26 local government elections.
With community stakeholders continuing to express support for Chairman Okolo and the APC, political activities across Awgu are expected to intensify as the election draws closer.
The campaign has increasingly placed unity, continuity, development and grassroots engagement at the centre of its message as the APC seeks to consolidate its support across the council area.
As the campaign train moves from one community to another, the September 26 polls are shaping up to be a significant test of grassroots mobilisation and political support in Awgu Local Government Area.
