By CHARLES IWUOHA

Dr. Chima Matthew Amadi has emerged as the Senatorial Candidate of Action Peoples Party (APP) for Imo East (Owerri Zone) in the forthcoming 2027 general elections.

The primary election was held at the party's State Secretariat in Owerri, the state capital. Delegates, stakeholders, and leaders of (APP) unanimously adopted Amadi, as the consensus candidate

The congress, which witnessed massive participation from across the nine local government areas of Owerri zone, was characterized by unity of purpose, enthusiasm, and a shared commitment to purposeful and people-centered leadership.

The emergence of Amadi as the consensus candidate followed a motion moved by Hon. Ugochukwu Metford Nnah, the LGA Party Chairman of Mbaitoli, and duly seconded by Engr. Henry Alaribe, the Zonal Chairman of the party.

The motion received overwhelming endorsement and affirmation from delegates and stakeholders present at the congress, reflecting the broad acceptance, confidence, and trust reposed in Amadi’s leadership capacity and senatorial aspiration.

The congress, which was conducted by a team led by Barrister Obed Agor and witnessed by the Imo State Resident Electoral Commissioner and members of the INEC monitoring team, further demonstrated the party’s commitment to transparency, internal democracy, and strict adherence to due process.

The exercise was also graced by other prominent leaders of the party, including the National Chairman, Barrister Uche Nnadi, members of the National Executive Committee, members of the National Assembly who are members of the party, newly emerged candidates of the party for the Federal House of Representatives, as well as other critical stakeholders whose presence underscored the unity, strength, and growing structure of the party.

The choice of Amadi as consensus candidate reflects the growing confidence in his leadership capacity, political maturity, grassroots acceptability, and unwavering commitment to the advancement of Imo East Senatorial Zone in particular and Imo State in general.

At a time when the people earnestly desire effective representation, courageous advocacy, and visionary leadership, the APP has resolved to present a candidate whose record of engagement and service continues to inspire hope and public confidence.

Stakeholders and delegates at the congress described Amadi as a bridge-builder, a grassroots mobilizer, and a leader with the intellectual depth and political experience required to effectively represent the interests of Owerri Zone at the National Assembly.

They emphasized that his emergence was the outcome of extensive consultations and broad-based consensus among party faithful who are united in the belief that the zone deserves a senator capable of combining competence with compassion, accessibility, and integrity.

This was contained in a statement issued on Saturday by Cajetan Duke, the Chief press Secretary and made available to journalists in Owerri.

The party further noted that Dr. Amadi’s widespread acceptance among youths, women, professionals, and community leaders across the zone is anchored on his consistent engagement in humanitarian interventions, empowerment initiatives, and community development efforts.

His political philosophy, which prioritizes inclusiveness, accountability, and service-driven leadership, continues to resonate strongly with the aspirations of the people.

The APP emphasized that the prevailing realities in the Imo East Senatorial Zone demand representation that transcends rhetoric and ceremonial politics.

According to party leaders, the zone requires a senator with a deep understanding of governance, strong legislative competence, and the courage to effectively articulate and defend the interests of the people at the National Assembly. Dr. Amadi, they maintained, possesses these attributes in abundance.

The congress further reaffirmed the commitment of the Action Peoples Party to internal democracy, party unity, and issue-based politics anchored on development, transparency, and good governance. Stakeholders commended the peaceful conduct of delegates throughout the nomination process, describing the outcome as a triumph of collective will and democratic maturity within the party structure.

In his acceptance speech, the Umuekwenne, Ngor Okpala-born scholar and social entrepreneur, in his usual charismatic and warm disposition, described the honour as both humbling and challenging.

He assured that the journey to redesign the governance architecture of Imo State begins with a journey to the National Assembly, while maintaining that government must work for the people, emphasizing that true leadership is defined by service, accountability, and measurable impact on the lives of citizens.

Dr. Amadi also decried the spate of insecurity and the avoidable loss of innocent lives in the state, while expressing concern over perceived governmental indifference. He reassured the people that the journey to Imo redemption has begun.

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