Akpabio clinches APC Akwa Ibom North West senatorial ticket

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has won the All Progressives Congress (APC) ticket for the Akwa Ibom North West Senatorial District in the 2027 general election.

Akpabio was returned unopposed as the sole candidate of the APC in the senatorial district.

According to his Media Office, the Senate President took part in the primary election at his Ward Centre at Methodist School Ukana, Ukana West 11, Essien Udim Local Government Area.

His affirmation as the APC flagbearer was witnessed by party faithful who trooped out en masse for the exercise on Saturday.

The statement reads, “Although he was the only aspirant, his kinmen trooped out to the Ward Centre to support their son whom they said had given them effective representation in all the previous offices he had held having served as Commissioner, Governor, Minority Leader of the Senate, Minister and presently the President of the 10th Senate.

“The venue wore the look of a carnival with party faithful singing and dancing to herald the election. Party members described the exercise as peaceful, orderly, and transparent, while officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, civil society groups, and other stakeholders monitored the process.

“The Returning Officer, Mr Gabriel Ekong acknowledged the massive turn out of party members and thanked them for conducting themselves in an orderly manner.

“Other APC stakeholders said Akpabio’s support base further strengthened the ruling party’s preparations ahead of the general elections, especially as the APC intensifies consultations and mobilization efforts across the state.”

Responding, Akpabio expressed appreciation to party members for the confidence reposed in him and assured constituents of continued quality representation and effective leadership at the National Assembly.

The Senate President also reaffirmed his commitment to advancing development initiatives, promoting unity within the party, and supporting the policies of the APC-led Federal Government for the benefit of the people.