Southeast Interests Better Protected Under APC, Says Governor Uzodimma

Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has stated that the political and economic interests of the Southeast are best served within the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking after a meeting of Southeast APC leaders held in Enugu, the governor emphasized the need for greater alignment with the ruling party to ensure the region’s inclusion in national decision-making.

At the gathering, which included key political figures such as Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Chief Benjamin Kalu, former Senate President Anyim Pius Anyim, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, and the Minister for Innovation, Science and Technology Chief Uche Nnaji, the leaders resolved to intensify efforts to strengthen the APC’s presence in the Southeast ahead of the 2027 general election.

Governor Uzodimma, who also serves as the chairman of the Progressives Governors Forum, urged party leaders to increase grassroots engagement and educate citizens on the benefits of supporting the Tinubu-led administration. He stressed that the Southeast stands to gain more democratic dividends by participating actively in mainstream national politics, noting that involvement in the ruling party places the region closer to the center of power.

He highlighted the presence of high-ranking Southeast officials within the APC—including governors, lawmakers, and ministers—as evidence of growing regional support for the party. Uzodimma added that unity among Southeast leaders and a collective vision would be crucial to achieving political relevance and driving development in the region.