The Imo state governor, Hope Uzodinma has warned that Nigeria’s democracy could be at risk if opposition parties fail to build strong structures capable of challenging the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 elections.
Uzodinma said this on Saturday, while speaking during the APC presidential primary, where President Bola Tinubu emerged as the party’s candidate for the 2027 election,
The Imo State governor also stated that democracy thrives on healthy political competition.
Additionally, he urged opposition parties to strengthen themselves instead of complaining about the dominance of the APC.
He said, “It is no longer a democracy if there is no opposition. I encourage opposition parties to work hard, do what the ruling party has done, and when, by the grace of God, it becomes their turn, they will elect their own president.”
Additionally, Hope Uzodinma said the APC was already well-positioned ahead of the 2027 presidential race because of its strong grassroots structure.
“It means that if all our party members vote for President Bola Tinubu, he has already won the election.”
He added that the party’s online membership registration campaign boosted participation and strengthened grassroots inclusivity across the country.
Furthermore, Uzodinma praised President Tinubu, saying he had demonstrated strong political leadership and deserved a second term.
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Meanwhile, this comes barely two weeks after , Gov Hope Uzodimma expressed his interest in running for the Imo West Senatorial District in 2027.
In a tweet on his X handle on Sunday, Mr. Uzodimma, who is currently serving his second term as governor, made this announcement.
The governor also stated that he had been before the All Progressives Congress (APC) leadership and the National Assembly Primary Election Screening Committee in response to the request to serve.
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