The African Democratic Congress (ADC) campaign train for the Njaba\/Isu\/Nwangele\/Nkwerre (NINN) Federal Constituency has concluded its three-day campaign tour of Nwangele Local Government Area, with party supporters and community stakeholders expressing support for the party’s candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections. Umuaka Times reporters who monitored the activities confirmed that the campaign, which commenced on Monday, October 5, ended on Wednesday, October 7, after the campaign team visited several wards and communities across the local government area. The final day’s activities covered Abajah Ward 1, Abajah Ward 2 and Kara-na-Orlu Ward, before culminating in a grand rally at Umuchoke Hall, Umuorlu.<\/p>\n
Among the major figures promoted during the campaign was the ADC candidate for Imo West Senatorial District, Sir Vincent Iwuchukwu, founder of the VINcity Movement and a traditional title holder.<\/p>\n
The campaign venue witnessed chants, applause and other expressions of support as ADC candidates, party leaders and supporters addressed the gathering. During the tour, the Nwangele Local Government party chairman, Chief Silas UzogorEzenwa, welcomed party members and supporters before introducing the candidates and other stakeholders at the event. Also speaking at the gathering, the Director-General of the campaign train expressed concern over the economic difficulties facing Nigerians and called for greater political participation ahead of the 2027 elections. He urged voters to consider candidates whom they believe can provide effective representation and improve the welfare of the people.<\/p>\n
The campaign director also criticized the performance of the APC-led Federal Government, arguing that the economic hardship experienced by Nigerians required a change in political direction. He called on voters to support the ADC as an alternative political platform.<\/p>\n
Speaking on behalf of Chief Sir Vincent Iwuchukwu, the Director-General of the VINcity Movement, Arc. Ugochukwu Onyenobi, together with Chinedu Onwenu, popularly known as Unbreakable, appealed to voters to support the ADC senatorial candidate in the name of Sir Vincent Iwuchukwu. They urged the electorate to focus on the competence, credibility and capacity of candidates rather than political inducements. According to them, voters should not allow temporary material benefits or what they described as \u201cpeanuts\u201d to determine their choices at the polls. Speakers and stakeholders at the event described Iwuchukwu as a candidate capable of providing what they termed effective and people-oriented representation for Orlu Zone.<\/p>\n
The ADC candidate for the NINN Federal House of Representatives seat, Engr. Bismarck Chime Akanno, also spoke on the economic difficulties confronting Nigerians. Akanno said the condition of the Nigerian economy remained a major concern, particularly because of its effect on ordinary citizens and young people. Declaring that \u201cenough is enough,\u201d he urged voters to work collectively towards electing leaders who would address the country’s economic and social challenges. The high-profile politician went further and pledged to prioritize the interests of his constituents if elected, with particular attention to the future of young Nigerians.<\/p>\n
Another major event that took place during the tour was the presentation of the ADC candidate for the Imo State House of Assembly, Hon. Buchi Nwosu, who hails from Kara-na-Orlu, described himself as \u201cyour son\u201d and appealed to the people to support his candidacy. Nwosu said his decision to contest under the ADC platform was motivated by his desire to contribute to the development of his people. He described the ADC as a platform committed to good governance, responsible leadership and progress. He further highlighted his proposed seven-point agenda, with empowerment listed as one of his major priorities. According to him, his administration, if elected, would seek to create opportunities for residents to become economically self-reliant and improve their standard of living.<\/p>\n
A senior party leader, Dr. Desmond Obiajunwa, urged voters to carefully assess the candidates seeking their votes before making their choices. He advised the electorate to look beyond political rhetoric and support candidates with clearly defined programs and the capacity to deliver on their promises.<\/p>\n
Chief Benjamin Diogu, Secretary of the Eze’s Cabinet, also expressed support for the ADC candidates, particularly Hon. Buchi Nwosu, whom he described as \u201ctheir own son.\u201d He called on the people of Kara-na-Orlu and surrounding communities to support Nwosu and the other ADC candidates.<\/p>\n
Pastor Israel Anyalewechi, Coordinator for Atiku in Nwangele, also addressed the gathering and called for support for Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, expressing confidence in his political prospects.<\/p>\n
The conclusion of the Nwangele campaign tour marked the end of three days of grassroots mobilization by the ADC campaign team. During the tour, the campaign train engaged party members, ward leaders, women, youths and other community stakeholders across different parts of Nwangele LGA. The final gathering at Umuchoke Hall ended with renewed calls for political mobilisation, unity and support for the ADC candidates ahead of the 2027 elections.<\/p>\n
Umuaka Times gathered that the campaign activities formed part of the ADC’s wider mobilization efforts across the NINN Federal Constituency as the party continues its preparations for the 2027 general elections.<\/p>\n
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