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From Tony John, Port Harcourt
The African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rivers State Chapter, has formally presented its candidates to the leadership of Ogbakor Ikwerre Cultural Organisation Worldwide as part of consultations ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The delegation led by the state Chairman, Chukwudi Dimkpa, sought the prayers, blessings and counsel of the apex socio-cultural body of the Ikwerre ethnic nationality.
Dimkpa presented the party’s governorship candidate, Gabriel Pidomson, his running mate, Mr. David Okumgba, as well as senatorial, House of Representatives and State House of Assembly candidates of Ikwerre extraction.
The visit also served to introduce the party’s vice-presidential candidate, former Rivers Governor and ex-Minister of Transportation, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Amaechi, who is running alongside former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on the ADC presidential ticket.
Addressing the gathering, Dimkpa said the party recognised Ogbakor Ikwerre as a foremost institution representing the identity, heritage and collective interests of the Ikwerre people.
He stressed the importance of respecting elders and cultural institutions and maintaining constructive relationships with communities across the state.
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In his remarks, Deputy National Chairman of ADC and Chairman of the Rivers State Governorship Campaign Council, Senator Andrew Uchendu, reflected on the struggles and contributions of prominent Ikwerre elders, including centenarian Prof. Otonti Nduka, Chief Samson Agbaru, Prof. Augustine Ahiazu and others.
Uchendu noted that their sacrifices paved the way for greater recognition and political inclusion, leading to the emergence of three governors from Ikwerre extraction in Rivers State.
Also speaking, governorship candidate, Pidomson, described Amaechi’s candidacy as historic and significant to the political history of the Ikwerre ethnic nationality.
He expressed optimism that the Atiku-Amaechi ticket would be victorious in the 2027 presidential election.
Pidomson assured that if elected governor, he would be a governor for all Rivers people irrespective of ethnic background or political affiliation.
The delegation was received by President-General of Ogbakor Ikwerre Worldwide, HRM King Godspower Onuekwa; First Vice President, Prof. Hilary Wordu; Prof. Otonti Nduka, Chief Agbaru, Prof. Ahiazu and other prominent members.
The leadership of the organisation welcomed the delegation and offered prayers, blessings and fatherly advice.
