2027: Abia APC Projects Over 80% Votes for Tinubu, Urges Otti to Focus on Political Future
The attention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State has been drawn to claims by a member of the Labour Party alleging that Governor Alex Otti will work for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027.
While one might be tempted to welcome and even appreciate such a claim especially coming from a party that has consistently undermined President Tinubu and his party the APC, we are not oblivious of the deceptive tendencies and unreliability that have come to define Gov. Otti’s brand of politics. As such, we refuse to be misled by what is clearly a calculated and self-serving narrative.
It is on record that Governor Otti and his party openly rejected the outcome of the 2023 presidential election and even refused to display the official portraits of President Tinubu in government offices and establishments. Furthermore, his supporters and close aides have continued to launch coordinated attacks against Mr. President and his policies on social media. Credible intelligence strongly suggests that these actions are being sponsored and encouraged by Governor Otti’s government.
Governor Otti’s recent posture only reinforces the perception of deception. Rather than openly and boldly identifying with President Tinubu, he has chosen to deploy proxies to communicate supposed support. While honest Governors like Charles Soludo of Anambra State, has clearly and publicly declared his support for President Tinubu. Governor Otti has consistently denied President Tinubu due recognition for all the federal government projects he executed in Abia State.
This sudden declaration of support is nothing more than a desperate and deceptive tactic aimed at political survival. It is clear that Governor Otti understands the reality on ground, that his chances of re-election are less than 30% even with all the social media sponsored deception, as the APC in Abia State has gained significant momentum and is poised to take over governance at all levels.
We therefore advise President Tinubu to disregard such misleading overtures. The APC in Abia State possesses the structure, grassroots support, and political strength required to deliver no less than 80–90% of the votes for his re-election in 2027.
Governor Otti should focus on securing a viable political platform for his own re-election bid before making hollow promises to a President whose mandate and second-term prospects are firmly rooted in the support of Nigerians.
Such claims are akin to a drowning man offering help to one standing safely on solid ground.
The APC in Abia State remains strong, united, and influential, with vibrant grassroots structures such as the Renewed Hope Partners, Renewed Hope Ambassadors, City Boys Movement, and Relax Tinubu Is Fixing Nigeria. These groups have continued to take the message of the Renewed Hope Agenda to the grassroots, where it has been widely embraced by the people of Abia.
Governor Otti is advised to first secure his own political future, as one who lacks direction cannot lead others.
Uche Aguoru
Publicity Secretary
APC, Abia State
