As 2027 elections draw near a lot of South-East politicians have started working for Pres. Tinubu. They feel its time to get the Igbos into the main stream of governance at the centre.
Who are President Tinubu’s Loyalists in the South East?
President Tinubu’s loyalists in the South East include David Umahi, Minister of Works, who has publicly expressed his support for Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. Umahi has stated that all South-East governors, regardless of their political affiliations, support Tinubu’s administration.
Other notable loyalists include:
– Benjamin Kalu, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, who has urged the South East region to align with Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
– Hope Uzodinma, Governor of Imo State, who is reportedly part of a team mobilizing support for Tinubu in the South East.
– Alex Otti, Governor of Abia State, who has declined to follow Peter Obi into the African Democratic Congress, citing Tinubu’s stronger chances in 2027 .
These politicians have cited Tinubu’s commitment to infrastructure development, economic growth, and regional inclusion as reasons for their support.
Some notable achievements they’ve highlighted include:
– Infrastructure Development: Reconstruction of the Enugu-Ebonyi road and the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway.
– Economic Growth: Establishment of the South East Development Commission (SEDC) and approval of a N150 billion South-East Investment Company.
– Regional Inclusion: Appointment of South East individuals to key positions, including Umahi as Minister of Works.
Notable ministers from the region include Uche Nnaji (Innovation, Science and Technology), Nkiruka Onyejeocha (Labour and Employment), and John Enoh (Sports Development).
Some argue the South East is underrepresented, with only 5 ministerial slots allocated to the region, compared to other zones. Critics highlight this disparity, pointing out Ogun State alone has four ministers, surpassing the entire South East allocation.
Doris Uzoka-Anite is currently serving as the Minister of State for Finance in Nigeria, while Wale Edun holds the position of Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy.
How about prominent South east leaders?
Some prominent South East leaders in Nigeria include:
– Hope Uzodinma: Governor of Imo State and Chairman of the South-East Governors’ Forum, advocating for regional unity and development.
– Peter Mbah: Governor of Enugu State, recognized for his achievements in infrastructure and economic growth, and a strong ally of President Tinubu.
– Charles Soludo: Governor of Anambra State, a renowned economist and academician, driving policy innovation and development.
These leaders are driving progress and advocating for the South East region’s interests.
How about Ebonyi governor
Francis Nwifuru is the current Governor of Ebonyi State.
He is an entrepreneur with a strong background in public service, previously serving as Speaker of the Ebonyi State House of Assembly for two terms.
Francis Nwifuru, the Governor of Ebonyi State, is a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He’s been working closely with President Bola Tinubu, who is also the leader of the APC, and has expressed support for Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2026 .
How about in the Senate and House of Reps.
– Sen. Ifeanyi Uba: Representing Anambra South
– Sen. Orji-Uzor Kanu: Representing Abia North
– Sen. Kenneth Emeka Eze: Representing Ebonyi Central
– Sen. Bonaventure Izunaso Osita: Representing Imo West
– Sen. Nwaebonyi Onyeka Peter: Representing Ebonyi North
– Sen. Anthony Ani: Representing Ebonyi South
House of Representatives
– Hon. Benjamin Kalu: Deputy Speaker, representing Bende, Abia State
– Hon. Eugene Okechukwu Dibagwu: Representing Oguta/Ohaji-Egbema/Oru West, Imo State
– Hon. Mariam Odinaka Onuoha: Representing Isiala Mbano/Okigwe/Onuimo, Imo State
-Hon. Canice Moore Chukwugozie Nwachukwu: Representing Oru East/Orsu/Orlu, Imo State
– Hon. Ogah Chinedu Nweke: Representing Ezza South/Ikwo, Ebonyi State
– Hon. Eze Nwachukwu Eze: Representing Ebonyi/Ohaukwu, Ebonyi State
These leaders are working to promote the interests of the South East region and contribute to Nigeria’s development.
There is also Bianca Ojukwu is a prominent Nigerian politician and diplomat, serving as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs since August 21, 2023. She’s a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and has been involved in Nigerian politics for many years. Ojukwu was previously a candidate for the 2023 presidential election under the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).
What has South East gained from President Tinubu in the last 3 years
President Tinubu’s administration has delivered several projects and initiatives to the South East region, including:
– Infrastructure Development: Reconstruction of the Enugu-Ebonyi road, dualisation of the airport junction to the state boundary, and completion of the Second Niger Bridge.
– Economic Growth: Establishment of the South East Development Commission (SEDC) and the South East Investment Corporation with a N150 billion capital base.
– Healthcare: Commissioning of the Cancer Centre at UNTH, Enugu, and upgrades of Mother and Child Centres in Abia and Imo States.
– Agriculture: Launch of the cassava and bio-ethanol project in Enugu to boost food security and job creation.
Some notable projects include:
-Owerri-Mbaise-Obowo-Umuahia Road and a new flyover connecting Port Harcourt and Onitsha Roads.
-Eastern Rail Line completion, projected to unlock N50 billion for the region annually.
– Port Harcourt-Aba Railway project completion.
The administration has also prioritized security, youth empowerment, and education, with initiatives like the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) supporting over 788,000 students.
President Tinubu’s administration has delivered several projects and initiatives to the South East region, including:
– Infrastructure Development: Reconstruction of the Enugu-Ebonyi road, dualisation of the airport junction to the state boundary, and completion of the Second Niger Bridge.
– Economic Growth: Establishment of the South East Development Commission (SEDC) and the South East Investment Corporation with a N150 billion capital base.
– Healthcare: Commissioning of the Cancer Centre at UNTH, Enugu, and upgrades of Mother and Child Centres in Abia and Imo States.
– Agriculture: Launch of the cassava and bio-ethanol project in Enugu to boost food security and job creation.
– Education: N45.6 billion student-loan disbursement to South East students, with an additional ¦ 50 billion to be released from recovered funds.
The administration has prioritized security, youth empowerment, and education, with initiatives like the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) supporting over 788,000 students.
Paul Ikonne (APC, Abia) – APC chieftain mobilising support for Tinubu in the South-East.
Hon. Stanley U. Ohajuruka (SEDC Executive) – Appointed by Tinubu to the South-East Development Commission board.
APC South-East Elders Alliance Members – Regional party elders publicly backing Tinubu’s agenda.
Former Local Government Chairmen (Abia) – Rally behind Tinubu and Kalu’s leadership.
APC Ward & Local Council Leaders (South-East) – Grassroots APC figures committing region to Tinubu.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo (pro-Tinubu faction) – Some elders publicly praising Tinubu’s projects.
APGA Leadership in South-East (Pro-Tinubu bloc) – Party structure working with Tinubu’s coalition.
South-East APC National Executives – Party executives leading mobilization for Tinubu.
South-East APC Senators (aligned faction) – Senators from the region within APC advocating Tinubu policies (various APC sources).
House of Representatives Members (APC South-East) – APC federal lawmakers backing Tinubu.
South-East APC Chairmen (State Chapters) – Chairs of APC chapters in Abia, Enugu, Anambra, Ebonyi, Imo driving support.
South-East APC Youth Leaders – Mobilizing youth support at grassroots.
South-East APC Women Leaders – Women political leaders supporting Tinubu’s initiatives.
APC South-East Board of Trustees Members – Senior party figures advocating Tinubu’s agenda.
South-East APC Stakeholders Coalition – Coalition groups endorsing Tinubu 2027.
South-East Traditional Leaders (pro-Tinubu faction) – Monarchs and chiefs endorsing Tinubu’s leadership.
South-East Business & Political Influencers (APC) – Local business leaders in APC back Tinubu’s development agenda.
Local Council APC Candidates (2025 elections) – Successful APC candidates aligned with Tinubu’s policies.
South-East APC Campaign Coordinators – Regional coordinators of Tinubu’s political campaigns.
South-East APC Fundraising Committee Members – Officials raising funds for Tinubu’s re-election.
APGA South-East Strategists (aligned) – APGA strategists working with Tinubu coalition.
Cross-Party Individuals Who Defected to APC – Former opposition figures who joined APC and support Tinubu locally (media reports).
South-East Civil Society Figures Favouring Tinubu Initiatives – Civic influencers publicly supportive of Tinubu’s programmes (various Nigerian political coverage).
