Stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia North Senatorial District have expressed strong confidence in their ability to reclaim the governorship seat from Governor Alex Otti and the Labour Party in the 2027 general elections.
The leaders, drawn from the five local government areas of Abia North—Ohafia, Bende, Isuikwuato, Arochukwu, and Umunneochi—made their position known at a stakeholders’ meeting held in Abiriba, Ohafia LGA.
They emphasized the importance of unity and urged members to set aside personal interests and work collectively to rebuild the party ahead of the polls.
The five PDP local government chairmen at the meeting affirmed that the party remains solid in their respective domains.
They highlighted increased unity among members and ongoing reconciliation efforts aimed at mending past grievances.
Speaking at the gathering, State PDP Chairman Elder Amah Abraham reaffirmed the party’s commitment to fielding candidates with strong grassroots support.
“In 2027, we will be giving party tickets to the choice of the people. When we do this, we are sure of victory of the governorship seat and majority seats in the House of Assembly. PDP is still very strong in Abia North and the other 12 LGAs.
“The saboteurs have left our party. Anybody who sabotages PDP again will bear the consequences. The only saving grace for such person is to leave the party. I have absolute confidence that the PDP will remain the Abia Government House in 2027. The party is well positioned to achieve this,” Abraham said.
PDP Abia North Zonal Chairman, Chief Gabriel Elendu, also expressed optimism, saying the party is on track to reclaim its winning streak.
He pledged that only candidates with credibility and electoral viability would secure tickets.
He stated, “The party could return to its winning ways, stressing that come 2027, the PDP would only give tickets to credible candidates who also have the capacity to win elections and would not disappoint the party.”
Encouraging members to remain steadfast, Elendu urged them not to be discouraged by recent challenges.
Similarly, Chief Mandela Obasi, member representing Ohafia North in the Abia State House of Assembly, dismissed speculation about his defection.
He pledged unwavering support for the PDP and reaffirmed his commitment to its resurgence.
“I am not leaving PDP, but would stand firm and support the party until it reclaims its lost glory,” Obasi said.
“My people, the Abiriba, are renowned warriors who do not retreat in the face of adversity.”
As the highest-ranking PDP lawmaker from Abia North, Obasi vowed to lead the charge toward the party’s revival.
Chief Emmanuel Ndubuisi, who represents Bende South in the House, echoed similar sentiments, declaring loyalty to the PDP and encouraging leaders to act in the best interest of their supporters.
In response to recent defections in the Isuikwuato council area, key stakeholders including PDP Assistant National Legal Adviser Okechukwu Osuoha, Hon. Emmanuel Okoronkwo, and Chief Ndubuisi Etugo Ogah addressed the departure of Hon. Lucky Johnson to the Labour Party.
They insisted that his exit had no negative impact on the PDP’s structure in the area.
“The defection has galvanized greater support among party members, as the PDP in Isuikwuato council is stronger and better positioned since his exit,” they maintained.
