The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has produced senatorial candidates in Kogi, Imo, Benue, Gombe, Katsina, Ebonyi, and Abia states ahead of the 2027 general election.
In Kogi central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the incumbent, was
affirmed as the PDP candidate following a district-wide exercise conducted
across the 57 wards in the senatorial district.
The affirmation exercise culminated in the final collation
of results at Kahal Cinema in Okene, where party leaders, stakeholders, and
supporters had converged.
Officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission
(INEC) and members of the media monitored the process across the wards and at
the collation centre.
Speaking after the collation, Akpoti-Uduaghan thanked party
members and supporters for what she described as an overwhelming show of
confidence.
“This affirmation is a reflection of the trust and
confidence the people of Kogi Central have continued to place in our collective
vision for progress, inclusion and development,” she said.
“I am deeply humbled by the massive turnout across all 57
wards. This is not just about one individual; it is about our people coming
together in unity to deepen democracy and build a stronger and more prosperous
Kogi Central.”
Akpoti-Uduaghan pledged continued commitment to
representation and development across the senatorial district.
“I accept this responsibility with gratitude and renewed
commitment,” she said.
“By the grace of God and with the continued support of our
people, we will remain focused on delivering sustainable development, justice
and opportunities for everyone.”
MADUMERE EMERGES IN IMO EAST
In Imo, Eze Madumere, former deputy governor of the state,
was named as the PDP candidate for Imo east senatorial district through a
consensus arrangement.
The primary election was held at the PDP state secretariat
in Owerri.
INEC officials monitored the exercise and commended party
members for the peaceful conduct of the primary.
Speaking after his emergence, Madumere thanked party leaders
and supporters for the confidence reposed in him.
“I assure you today that I will not disappoint you,” he
said.
“I remain committed to quality representation that will
attract development, empower our youths, support our women, and restore the
voice and dignity of Owerri Zone at the national level.”
The PDP also announced Jones Onyereri as candidate for Imo
west and Mike Duru Ejiogu as candidate for Imo north senatorial district.
BENUE PDP PRODUCES MORO, EUNICE ORTOM
In Benue state, Eunice Ortom, former first lady of the
state, emerged as the PDP candidate for Benue north-west senatorial district.
The affirmation took place during the PDP zonal senatorial
primary exercise attended by delegates and stakeholders from the seven LGAs in
the district.
In her acceptance speech, Ortom thanked party delegates and
supporters for the confidence reposed in her.
She pledged to pursue people-oriented legislation and
attract development to the district if elected.
Also in Benue, Abba Moro, senate minority leader, secured
the PDP senatorial ticket for Benue south ahead of the 2027 elections.
In his acceptance speech, Moro thanked party members for the
confidence reposed in him.
Moro said he would continue to strengthen the PDP and work
for victory at all levels during the general election.
DANKWAMBO AFFIRMED IN GOMBE NORTH
In Gombe, Ibrahim Dankwambo, former governor of the state
and incumbent senator, was affirmed as the PDP consensus candidate for Gombe
north senatorial district.
The affirmation exercise was held at the PDP Gombe north
zonal office in Malam Sidi.
INEC officials from Abuja and Gombe state also monitored the
process.
PDP ENDORSES CANDIDATES IN KATSINA
In Katsina state, the PDP endorsed Hamisu Gambo, popularly
known as Dan Lawan, as consensus candidate for Katsina central senatorial
district.
The endorsement took place during an affirmation ceremony at
the PDP headquarters in Katsina attended by party leaders, traditional rulers,
religious leaders and supporters.
Yakubu Lado, PDP leader in the state and former governorship
candidate, said the party’s candidate selection process prioritises competence
and performance.
“We are optimistic that the PDP will emerge victorious,” he
said.
“We must wake up and make a difference by eradicating
poverty and insecurity among our people if given the mandate.”
Nura Kurfi, chairman of the PDP in Katsina state, said the
successful affirmation exercise showed the party was reconnecting with
grassroots supporters.
Kurfi also announced that the PDP would hold another
affirmation exercise to endorse Lado as the party’s consensus governorship
candidate for the 2027 election.
The PDP also endorsed Nura Khalil as the consensus candidate
for Funtua senatorial district.
Khalil was the governorship candidate of the New Nigeria
Peoples Party (NNPP) in the 2023 election before defecting to the PDP.
MARIA NWACHI WINS EBONYI SOUTH PRIMARY
In Ebonyi state, Maria Nwachi emerged as the PDP candidate
for Ebonyi south senatorial district after polling 2,299 votes in the party’s
primary election.
Supporters of Nwachi described her victory as a reflection
of the trust and confidence reposed in her leadership by party members and
residents of the district.
PDP ANNOUNCES ABIA SENATORIAL CANDIDATES
In Abia state, the PDP announced Jude Udeachara as candidate
for Abia north, Bob Ogu for Abia central, and Chinyere Onuoha for Abia south
senatorial district.
Udeachara polled 39,740 votes to emerge as the candidate for
Abia north.
Ogu secured the Abia central ticket with 18,901 votes, while
Onuoha scored 33,611 votes to clinch the Abia south ticket.
Ikenna Onuoha, chairman of the PDP senatorial election
committee in Abia, described the exercise as peaceful and rancour-free.
Abraham Amah, chairman of the PDP in Abia state, said the
party is preparing seriously for victory in the 2027 elections.
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