The quiet presence of former Ebonyi State Governor, Dr. Sam Egwu, at a recent African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition meeting in Abuja has stirred conversations across the political scene, particularly in the Southeast.
Held at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, the high-level gathering brought together leading political figures such as former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Senate President David Mark, and representatives from PDP, LP, SDP, and ADC. Discussions reportedly focused on building a strong alliance to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections.
Although Dr. Egwu has made no public statement about the meeting, his attendance has fueled speculation about a possible shift or interest in the growing “Third Force” movement. His political influence in Ebonyi State and across the Southeast makes his involvement particularly notable.
The ADC-led coalition is positioning itself as a credible alternative, aiming to unify fragmented opposition parties under one structure before the next national elections. With consultations intensifying among opposition stakeholders, political watchers believe that the coalition may expand its influence in the Southeast, especially in key states like Ebonyi.
Ebonyi, once a stronghold of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), saw a dramatic political shift when former Governor David Umahi moved the state into APC hands in 2020. The emergence of the ADC coalition could alter the current balance, particularly if figures like Egwu and others become actively involved.
So far, no official alignment has been announced by Egwu or any top Ebonyi stakeholder. However, political observers are monitoring developments closely as 2027 draws nearer.
Implications for Ebonyi’s Political Landscape
If the ADC coalition secures influential partners from Ebonyi, it could:
- Disrupt existing party dominance at both state and local government levels,
- Open space for emerging political actors and first-time candidates,
- Reflect a broader regional response to Nigeria’s shifting political tides.
In 2024, former ADC House of Representatives candidate Paul Igwe moved to the PDP — a move that illustrated the fluid nature of party affiliations in the state.
With Egwu’s appearance in Abuja now circulating in political circles, attention turns to how Ebonyi’s political class will respond to the coalition’s rise.
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