Chisom Anyim Pius, the 25-year-old son of former Senate President and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator Anyim Pius Anyim, has emerged as the consensus candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Ivo State Constituency in Ebonyi State ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Anyim, who purchased the party’s Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms at the APC secretariat, was unanimously adopted by stakeholders of Ivo Local Government Area during a meeting held on Saturday at Isiaka, the council headquarters.

The meeting was presided over by the Executive Chairman of Ivo LGA, Hon. Emmanuel Ajah.

All aspirants at the meeting endorsed Chisom’s candidacy and pledged to work for his victory at the polls.

He is expected to succeed the incumbent, Hon. Onyebuchi Ogbadu from Akaeze, whose tenure expires in 2027.

Speaking with journalists after his adoption, Chisom said Governor Francis Nwifuru’s youth-friendly policies motivated him to join the race.

“His Excellency the Governor has created an environment where the youths feel welcomed, where they can thrive, and where their voices matter. That alone gave me major motivation to come out and serve as a beacon of hope to the people of Ivo and the youths of the state,” he said.

Chisom said he was going to the House of Assembly to build on the legacies of past leaders from the area, including his father.

“A lot of people are saying that I am too young, but never in history has there been anyone too young to lead. I am here to serve, not to obtain power. I am here to serve my people and give them the life they deserve — shelter, food, comfort — and make them feel safe enough to sleep without fear,” he said. (Nigerian Tribune)

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