23/05/2026
PRESS RELEASE:
IMO STATE ADC CONCLUDES PEACEFUL AND SUCCESSFUL PRIMARIES, UNVEILS FORMIDABLE CANDIDATES FOR 2027
From the Office of the Chief Press Secretary to the Chairman, ADC Imo State
Owerri, Imo State:
The African Democratic Congress (ADC), Imo State Chapter, has successfully concluded its House of Assembly and National Assembly primary elections across the state, producing credible, competent, and people-oriented candidates to fly the Party’s flag in the 2027 general elections.
The primaries, conducted in strict adherence to the Party’s constitution and electoral guidelines, were widely applauded for being peaceful, transparent, free, fair, and devoid of rancour. Party faithful, delegates, aspirants, and stakeholders participated actively in an atmosphere marked by unity, orderliness, and democratic maturity.
Speaking after the successful exercise, the Chairman of ADC Imo State, Prof. James Okoroma, congratulated the State Executive Committee for what he described as “an outstanding demonstration of leadership, dedication, and organizational excellence.” He praised the committee for ensuring a seamless, transparent, and credible process across the state, noting that their commitment, diligence, and sacrifice have further strengthened public confidence in the Party.
Prof. Okoroma stated that the orderly conduct of the primaries has once again proven that the ADC remains one of the most organized, united, disciplined, and grassroots-driven political platforms in Imo State. He further commended delegates, aspirants, electoral officers, and party faithful for their maturity, sportsmanship, and unwavering commitment to democratic values and party unity.
Addressing the newly elected candidates, the Chairman charged them to remain humble, accessible, and committed to the welfare of the people. He urged them to see their emergence not as a personal achievement alone, but as a call to sacrifice, service, and transformational leadership for the betterment of Ndi Imo.