By Correspondent in Abuja.
The Action Peoples Party (APP) has inaugurated its interim State Executive Committee in Imo State as part of moves to strengthen its political base ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The development was announced in a joint statement issued in Abuja on Friday by the party’s National Chairman, Uchenna Nnadi, and National Secretary, Abu Bossan.
According to the two top officials of the party,Ernest Njesi is the interim chairman, Emeka Onwukwe, secretary, and Emma Bukar as organising secretary.
The national leadership said the new team was tasked with consolidating grassroots structures and expanding mobilisation across the 27 local government areas of the state.
The unveiling followed weeks of strategic consultations led by Dr. Chima Amadi, a frontline governorship aspirant and founder of The Mazi Organisation (TMO), who recently adopted the APP as his political platform for the 2027 governorship race.
In line with the party’s zoning arrangement, Orlu Zone produced the chairman, Owerri Zone the secretary, and Okigwe Zone the organising secretary — a move the statement described as promoting inclusion and balance within the party.
Party supporters hailed the development as “a political rebirth for Imo,” declaring that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) should “start packing out of Douglas House,” the seat of the state government.
The APP national leadership congratulated the new officers and urged them to serve with dedication, unity, and integrity, stressing that the party’s rise would be anchored on inclusion and disciplined mobilisation.
“With this development, the APP, once viewed as a fringe platform, has become the centerpiece of a widening coalition seeking to redefine Imo’s political landscape ahead of 2027,” the statement added.
Our correspondent reports that the move is seen as a major step toward forming a strong opposition bloc in the state, reportedly backed by prominent political figures including Dr. Chima Amadi, Rep. Ikenga Ugochinyere, and Uche Ogbuagu.
Edited by Dada Ahmed.
