Politics
NZE RAY EMEANA HOSTS IMO APC CHAIRMAN AND LEADERS IN GRAND VICTORY CELEBRATION
… Owerri North APC Chieftain Nze Ray Emeaná expresses gratitude and solidarity, while Imo APC Chairman, Hon. MacDonald Ebere, PhD, reflects on strategic victories.
In an unprecedented display of unity and political triumph, Nze Ray Emeaná, a prominent APC Chieftain in Owerri North LGA and immediate past Secretary of Imo PDP, played host to the Imo APC Chairman, Hon. MacDonald Ebere, and other leaders in a jubilant victory celebration at his residence on the 25th of November, 2023.
Hon. MacDonald Ebere, PhD, State Party Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, graced the event alongside leaders and supporters. The gathering served as an occasion for Nze Ray and his political structure to extend gratitude to the party for entrusting them with the responsibility of contributing their quota towards securing Governor Uzodimma’s triumph at the recently concluded gubernatorial polls.
Expressing his appreciation, Nze Ray thanked Chairman Ebere for his presence and urged him to convey the heartfelt wishes of former PDP members who have embraced Governor Uzodimma’s administration. He emphasized the historical significance of the Governor’s victory across all 27 local government areas, attributing it to the transformative efforts witnessed during the first term.
Nze Ray advocated for continued inclusion of former PDP members in the party’s activities and decision-making processes. He underscored the pride felt by Owerri zone for the accomplishments of Hon. MacDonald Ebere, acknowledging his pivotal role in the APC’s success during the campaign period.
During the celebration, Nze Ray commended Hon. MacDonald for his exceptional leadership, particularly in Owerri zone’s campaign tours. He highlighted the collective efforts of APC leaders in the state, attributing the victory to their strategic political maneuvers.
In his response, Hon. MacDonald Ebere, PhD, expressed deep gratitude for the acknowledgment, stating, “This victory is a testament to the unwavering dedication of our party members. Owerri zone played a crucial role, and I am humbled by the recognition. We strategically navigated the political landscape, and the success belongs to every APC member.”
Reflecting on the campaign period, he added, “Our victory was not just about winning an election; it was about connecting with the people. Our extensive tours aimed to understand their needs and aspirations. The APC is committed to delivering on its promises, and this triumph is a mandate to fulfill those commitments.”
Hon. MacDonald assured former PDP members of their continued importance in the APC, pledging that they would maintain a significant position in the party. “Your decision to join us was a testament to shared values, and together, we will build a stronger Imo State,” he affirmed.
The event, attended by political stakeholders from Owerri Federal Constituency, showcased the solidarity and strength of the All Progressives Congress in celebrating their triumph at the polls.
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Friday declared that he’s still a member of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.
Wike’s comment followed his expulsion from the party by the faction led by National Chairman, Kabiru Turaki.
Turaki had formally dispatched expulsion certificates to 11 prominent party chieftains, including Wike, former Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, Umaru Bature, Kamarudeen Ajibade, SAN, Abdurahman Muhammad Senator Mao Ohuabunwa.
He said their expulsion was aimed at sanitising the party ahead of the 2027 elections.
Reacting to the development on Friday, Wike dismissed the claim while assuring that he would continue to work with other party members in making PDP a relevant opposition party.
The minister spoke while addressing journalists after inspecting the Interchange bridge and road linking Gwarinpa with Jahi and direct to Katampe, Gishiri and Maitama.
He said, “Those that are factionalized are bound to leave the party, I’m still in PDP and you can see that not everybody has left.
“We still have good numbers and we will continue to work together and that’s what I have said to the party. Put your house in order because at the end of the day, if you don’t put your house in order, it’s the party that is losing.
“So those who are worried, we can work together to see how the party can remain a relevant opposition.”
The governments of Abia and Imo States have announced the launching of a joint security taskforce and surveillance along the Aba-Owerri expressway, starting from Owerrinta in Abia State all the way to Owerri, Imo State.
The launch followed recent attacks by criminals on the expressway, including kidnapping, armed robbery and other criminal activities.
The formation of the joint security taskforce and surveillance was announced by Ferdinand Ekeoma, the Special Adviser to Governor Alex Otti on Media and Publicity.
His statement read in part: “Arising from a strategic emergency security meeting held today, 4th December, 2025, by the Governors of Abia and Imo Sates at the Imo State Government Owerri House, His Excellency Governor Alex Otti and His Excellency Senator Hope Uzodinma resolved to set up a joint security Taskforce that shall consist of Soldiers, Naval Personnel, Police Officers , DSS Personnel, and other Government Security Agencies.
“The joint security Taskforce shall, starting from tomorrow 5th December 2025, patrol the road 24 hours nonstop, while carrying out massive surveillance in the surrounding bushes using sophisticated drones and other modern security equipment.”
According to the statement, Governor Alex Otti commended the Governor of Imo State for arresting the criminals who carried out an attack on His advanced team and other passengers a few days ago.
“The two Governors, while assuring citizens plying the road on a daily basis and those returning home for Christmas of their safety and security, warn that there would be severe consequences for any criminal caught on the road going forward”, Ekeoma concluded.
President Bola Tinubu has transmitted to the senate two lists of 34 career and 31 non career ambassadors nominees for screening and confirmation.
Prominent names listed as non career ambassadors include Reno Omokri, Femi Fani-Kayode, Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau, Victor Ikpeazu and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi.
Also listed as non career ambassadors nominees are Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, Vice Admiral Ete Ibas, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, Senator Nora Daduut, Fatima Ajimobi, and Senator Ita Enang among others.
The two lists brings to 68 number of persons nominated so far as ambassadors awaiting confirmation by the Senate.
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