18/09/2025
“2027: APC Support Group and Concerned Citizens Endorse Hon. Ifeanyi Elvis Ogbonna (IGNES) as Consensus Candidate for Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency”
The political direction of Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency is gradually taking shape ahead of the 2027 general elections as the APC Support Group, in collaboration with concerned citizens of the constituency, has officially declared its support for Hon. Ifeanyi Elvis Ogbonna (popularly known as IGNES) as the consensus candidate for the House of Representatives.
> “This endorsement reflects the collective will of our people. We are determined to rally behind Hon. Ogbonna because he has consistently proven his capacity for leadership, service, and development,” said Eku Onyeka, spokesperson of the group.
In a widely circulated statement, Onyeka advised individuals nursing ambitions for the same position to step aside, stressing that the endorsement was not merely political but a product of grassroots consensus.
> “We urge others with similar aspirations to respect the voice of the people. Our constituency has resolved to stand firmly behind Hon. Ogbonna, and this decision is rooted in unity and progress,” Onyeka explained.
Highlighting the reasons for the group’s decision, Onyeka described Hon. Ogbonna as a grassroots politician, a community developer, and a people-oriented leader who has continually prioritized the welfare of his constituents. He emphasized Ogbonna’s investments in youth empowerment, women inclusion, agricultural development, and infrastructural projects across Arochukwu and Ohafia.
> “Hon. Ogbonna has demonstrated leadership not in words but in action. His record in empowering young people, promoting women participation, supporting farmers, and championing infrastructure is visible to all. This is why we believe he is the right man for the job,” Onyeka stated.
The spokesperson further stressed that the endorsement transcends party politics, reflecting a broad-based community demand for continuity and effective representation.
> “This is bigger than party politics. It is not just about APC; it is about the future of Arochukwu/Ohafia. We need stability, credibility, and quality representation in Abuja, and Hon. Ogbonna embodies those values,” Onyeka declared.
The group also appealed to political stakeholders, traditional rulers, religious leaders, and opinion moulders to close ranks and unite behind the endorsement, pointing out that divisions in the past had weakened the constituency’s chances at meaningful representation.
> “We cannot afford to scatter our votes or weaken our voice anymore. The time has come for unity. Hon. Ifeanyi Elvis Ogbonna is the bridge between the young and the old, the grassroots and the national leadership. We must all rally around him for the collective good of our people,” the statement added.
Political observers believe the declaration signals a major turning point in the constituency’s political landscape. With a strong show of grassroots consensus, Hon. Ogbonna’s candidacy could discourage multiple contenders, strengthen the APC’s hold in the area, and redirect attention towards consolidating a single, widely accepted leadership mandate.
> “For us, 2027 is not about trial and error. It is about consolidating credible leadership and ensuring Arochukwu/Ohafia has a strong, respected voice in the National Assembly,” Onyeka concluded.
