The Imo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) formally received a former member of the Imo State House of Assembly and governorship hopeful, Ike C. Ibe, into its fold.
Ibe was received on Thursday at the party’s State Secretariat in Owerri by the State Executive Committee, led by the State Chairman, Austin Onyedebelu, alongside other party leaders, during a meeting that also featured the formal declaration of senatorial ambition by Longers Anyanwu.
Welcoming Ibe, Onyedebelu described him as “a valuable asset” whose experience in legislative affairs and previous gubernatorial contest would strengthen the APC’s political machinery in Imo State.
He assured the new entrant of the party’s commitment to internal democracy, fairness, and progressive ideals.
“Our party continues to grow stronger with the influx of seasoned politicians like Chief Ike C. Ibe, whose wealth of experience will undoubtedly contribute to our collective goal of advancing good governance in Imo State,” the chairman said.
The APC leadership reiterated its resolve to maintain transparency and impartiality in its internal processes, especially as the party prepares for upcoming electoral contests.
Also speaking, the Zonal Vice Chairman for Okigwe zone, Dan Chike Ogu, expressed optimism about the party’s expanding base, noting that the entry of influential figures like Ibe signals growing confidence in the APC’s leadership under Governor Hope Uzodinma.
The event also saw Chief Longers Anyanwu formally notify the party of his intention to contest the Okigwe Senatorial seat under the APC platform, pledging loyalty to the party and its leadership.
In his remarks, Anyanwu emphasized his longstanding relationship with Governor Uzodinma and his commitment to advancing the interests of Okigwe zone at the national level if elected.
The party, however, used the occasion to urge all aspirants to align with established party structures and adhere strictly to its constitution, stressing that discipline and unity remain key to its electoral success.
