.As party holds state congress
By Emmanuel Iheaka
OWERRI – Former governor of Imo State, Rt. Hon. Emeka Ihedioha has declared that the African Democratic Party (ADC) is set to embark on door-to-door sensitisation aimed at taking over the state in the 2027 general elections.
Ihedioha spoke, Saturday, during the state congress of the party held at the Kanu Nwankwo Sports Complex, Owerri.
The erstwhile governor said more than 200,000 persons have registered with ADC in the state.
He expressed optimism that the elected officers of the party will give their best towards achieving the aim.
In his remarks, the leader of the party in the state and another two-time governor, Chief Achike Udenwa, submitted that Imo is among the strongest chapters of the party in the country.
Udenwa noted that the ward and local government congresses of the party held without rancour, describing it as commendable.
He urged members to remain committed to the ideals of the party and the bid to make Imo better.
National Vice Chairman of ADC (South East), Sir Bon Unachukwu said the congresses have set the stage for anticipated victory in the coming elections in Imo.
He remarked that the ward and local government congresses were peaceful and orderly .
The party in a voice affirmation vote reelected Prof. James Okoroma as Chairman.
Barr Gregory Ihejirika emerged as State Secretary, while MacDonald Amadi was elected as Publicity Secretary, among other officers.