Abia Politics:
Isiala Ngwa North, South Urge Benjamin Kalu To Join Governorship Race
Stakeholders from Isiala Ngwa North/South LGA of Abia State have joined the growing calls for the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu to contest for governorship of Abia State
The call was made during the official Inauguration of Ikeoha Movement and Declaration of interest by Uzoma Ihuka to contest as the All Progressives Congress candidate for the House of Representatives, representing Isiala Ngwa Federal Constituency.
At the event, the Deputy Speaker expressed confidence in the leadership of President Bola Tinubu, describing it as a unifying force that has strengthened the APC across the country.
He noted that while other political parties continue to struggle with internal crises, the APC remains focused, stable, and committed to delivering progress for Nigerians.
According to him, the level of development currently being experienced under the APC led Federal Government is only a glimpse of greater achievements ahead, particularly for Abia State.
The gathering witnessed a significant influx of defectors from opposition parties, especially the Labour Party, who cited renewed hope, purposeful leadership, and visible progress within the APC as reasons for their decision to join the ruling party.
The new entrants were formally received and declared members of the APC, marking a major boost for the party’s grassroots strength in Isiala Ngwa.
Kalu assured the new members of inclusive governance and people-oriented leadership.
Responding to widespread calls for him to run for governor, Kalu acknowledged the growing support from various parts of the state, including Bende and Obingwa. He appreciated the confidence reposed in him but stated that he would make his official decision known in due course.
He further explained that such a significant declaration would be made at the appropriate constitutional venue the Abia State capital, Umuahia, where the mandate of governorship is centered.
Kalu assured supporters that in the coming days, a formal invitation would be extended to stakeholders across the state to converge in Umuahia, where he would respond collectively to the calls regarding his governorship ambition.
The event ended on a high note with renewed optimism, strong party unity and a clear message of APC’s growing dominance in Abia State.
