Abia APC candidate insists his senatorial ticket remains valid
Erondu Uchenna Erondu Jr., the All Progressives Congress candidate for Abia South Senatorial District, has rejected claims that his name was replaced for the 2027 general election. He described the alleged substitution as unlawful and unconstitutional, maintaining that he is the duly nominated APC candidate. Erondu Uchenna Erondu Jr. emphasized that he won the primary election and received official documentation to confirm his candidacy. He urged party officials and electoral authorities to uphold the provisions of the Electoral Act.
Key takeaways
- Erondu Uchenna Erondu Jr. said he won the APC primary election held on May 16, 2026, across the 65 electoral wards in Abia South Senatorial District.
- He received a Certified True Copy of the primary election results on June 30, 2026, confirming his victory.
- The lawmaker rejected reports that his name was replaced with Paul Ikonne, calling the move unlawful and unconstitutional.
- He cited Section 33 of the Electoral Act, 2026, stating that substitution can only occur if the candidate dies, withdraws, or by court order.
- The Abia State APC chapter announced Erondu Uchenna Erondu Jr. as its candidate on July 1, 2026, ahead of a contest with Labour Party candidate Enyinnaya Abaribe.
