Rt Hon Chinedu Orji 



Stakeholders and political observers on Sunday described as a game changer, the recent declaration by the former Speaker of State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Chinedum Enyinnaya Orji, to contest for the Ikwuano/Umuahia North/South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives in the 2027 General Elections elections on the platform of All Progressive Congress (APC).

The former Speaker while interacting with supporters and friends said: “I am deeply moved by the confidence you have reposed in me and the belief that together, we can build a constituency that works for all. Having had the privilege to serve before at the State Assembly, I understand the demands of leadership and the urgency of delivering results that truly impact lives.

“I therefore offer myself once again, not just as an aspirant, but as a voice committed to development and the advancement of our people through quality representation at the National Assembly,” Orji added. 

Political stalwarts across the Federal Constituency hailed his declaration as the fulfillment of the people's wishes.

"You know Rt Hon Chinedu Orji took legislative leadership and grassroots engagement to another level while in office. With his experience and political sagacity, we believe he would do wonders for our Federal Constituency", said Dr Chiedozie Atuonwu, the Ikwuano LG Coordinator of the City Boys Movement.

Another APC chieftain, Chief William Ukatu declared that the people of Ikwuano/Umuahia North/South Federal Constituency would definitely ensure that the former Speaker is elected to the Federal House. "While in office, his Direct Touch Initiative was a programme which impacted on all and sundry. He will definitely be a difference from the lacklustre representation we have now"

Another political stalwart in the Federal Constituency, Chief Ben Eze maintained that Hon Orji popularly called Ikuku Abia by followers will definitely be the man to beat in the elections. "We know Ikuku Abia as a builder, a builder by his profession as an Engineer and a builder of men in his leadership capacity. We are happy with his declaration for the Reps seat"