The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has officially unveiled the victors of its senatorial primary elections held in Abia State. The party’s leadership confirmed that three candidates emerged as flagbearers for the upcoming 2027 general elections.
In Abia North, Jude Udeachara, who previously served as the PDP’s House of Representatives candidate in the 2019 elections, secured a commanding victory with 39,740 votes.
For the Abia Central district, Bob Ogu, a former Commissioner for Works during Governor Okezie Ikpeazu’s administration, garnered 18,901 votes to earn the party’s ticket.
Chinyere Onuoha emerged victorious in Abia South, tallying 33,611 votes to become the PDP’s senatorial candidate for the 2027 polls.
The results were announced at the party’s state office in Umuahia by the Chairman of the PDP Senatorial Election Committee, Ikenna Onuoha. He described the primary process as transparent and devoid of rancor, emphasizing that the Abia election was conducted via consensus.
Abraham Amah, Chairman of the PDP in Abia, delivered a pre-announcement speech expressing the party’s unwavering commitment to securing victory in the 2027 elections. He highlighted the party’s strategic preparations aimed at reclaiming dominance in the state.