Abia APC Divided Over Kalu's 2027 Governorship Bid
• Punch Newspapers • Politics
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State is experiencing a split regarding Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu's bid for the 2027 governorship election. A stakeholder meeting held in Umuahia, which included representatives from the three senatorial zones and 17 local government areas, endorsed Kalu to contest. However, this endorsement faced swift condemnation from a faction within the party, which accused the leadership of attempting to impose candidates without proper involvement from all aspirants. The dissenting group warned that such actions would be considered illegitimate and unacceptable. Kalu expressed gratitude for the endorsement and indicated that he would declare his intent to run soon. He emphasized the need for capable candidates to win elections in the South East and mentioned that a response regarding his candidacy would be made available in the coming weeks. The situation highlights the internal conflicts within the APC as it prepares for the upcoming elections.
Topics: Politics, Elections