Tension has gripped Imo State this Tuesday, March 3, 2026, as the All Progressives Congress (APC) holds its State Congress amid heightened political permutations.
The anxiety is not unconnected to speculations surrounding zoning arrangements among the three geopolitical zones of Owerri, Okigwe, and Orlu. Party insiders suggest that whoever emerges as State Chairman may significantly influence the direction of the party’s 2027 governorship ticket.
Sources close to Government House indicate that the chairmanship position may be zoned to Owerri, while Orlu could produce the Deputy Chairman. Political observers argue that such an arrangement, if implemented, might affect Owerri zone’s prospects of fielding a governorship candidate under the APC platform in 2027.
As party faithful and stakeholders keenly await the outcome, all eyes remain on the Congress proceedings to see how the internal dynamics will shape the party’s future trajectory in the state.
Observers have urged contestants and delegates to ensure a peaceful and transparent process in the overall interest of party unity and democratic consolidation.
