On October 10, 2026, Imo residents, particularly members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), showed their excitement and readiness for the 2027 general elections by organizing a rally in Owerri, the state capital. The event, described as a "one million-man march," was in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Hope Uzodimma, and other APC candidates. According to Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Oguwike Nwachuku, the rally was a display of the party's strength and a reminder to the opposition that Imo State is solidly behind the APC.
The rally began at 8 am, starting from the Dan Anyiam Stadium on Wethderal Road, and proceeded through Bank Roads, converging at the Government House Roundabout on Okigwe road. Imo State Deputy Governor, Lady Chinyere Ekomaru, represented Governor Uzodimma at the event and commended President Tinubu for his administration's support for the state's development. She described Governor Uzodimma as a visionary leader committed to youth empowerment, healthcare delivery, and workers' welfare.
Deputy Governor Ekomaru attributed the developmental achievements in Imo to the strategic partnership between the state and federal governments. She mentioned that Imo State has benefited from the presidency through socio-economic empowerment of vulnerable youths and women. Ekomaru expressed confidence that Imo residents would reciprocate the federal government's support by voting massively for Tinubu's re-election in 2027 and supporting all APC candidates to sustain the state's development.
Imo State APC Chairman, Chief Austin Onyedelu, called on residents to support President Tinubu, Governor Uzodimma, and other party candidates, emphasizing that the APC remains firmly rooted in the state. Onyedelu highlighted the achievements of both leaders in healthcare, education, youth employment, and security. He urged party members to communicate the administration's programs and policies to residents in their respective communities and defended Tinubu's economic reforms, including the removal of fuel subsidy.
According to Onyedelu, the removal of fuel subsidy is a necessary measure to address Nigeria's economic challenges, and he expressed optimism that the country would eventually experience economic recovery, job creation, and increased exports. The APC Chairman urged supporters to intensify grassroots mobilization ahead of the 2027 elections and reminded them to identify and vote for APC candidates by looking out for the party's broom symbol on the ballot.
The Convener of the one million man march, Hon. Chinasa Nwaneri, said the rally was organized to demonstrate support for Tinubu, Uzodimma, and other APC candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections. Nwaneri stated that the mobilization reflected the party's determination to consolidate its presence across Imo State and prepare its supporters for the forthcoming electoral contest.
Other speakers at the event, including Hon. Ikechukwu Ume, Hon. Kanayo Onyemechi, Hon. Emeka Ndukwe, Rt. Hon. Amara Iwuanyanwu, and Nnamdi Anyaehie, highlighted the infrastructural and economic achievements of Tinubu's administration and urged Imo residents to support the APC at all levels in the 2027 elections. They stressed the need for continued party mobilization and participation across the state.
Key points
- The rally was a display of the APC's strength in Imo State, with thousands of supporters showing their readiness to deliver all APC candidates in the 2027 general elections.
- Deputy Governor Ekomaru commended President Tinubu for his administration's support for Imo State's development and expressed confidence in the state's residents voting for Tinubu's re-election in 2027.
- The APC Chairman, Chief Austin Onyedelu, urged supporters to intensify grassroots mobilization ahead of the 2027 elections and to identify and vote for APC candidates by looking out for the party's broom symbol on the ballot.
