2027: ‘I’ve Come To Take My Turn To Rule Imo State’ – Wike’s Ally, Anyanwu Declares

The National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Samuel Anyanwu, has declared that it is his turn to rule Imo State after former governors, Ikedi Ohakim, Emeka Ihedioha, and the incumbent governor, Hope Uzodimma.

Naija News reports that Anyanwu spoke in Owerri, the Imo State capital, at the launch of his political support group called the ‘Polling Unit Movement for Sam Daddy.’

Anyanwu, an ally of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, stated that all of his fellow leaders who later took charge of the state came from “the old PDP in Imo,” and have been governors.

While expressing confidence that other contestants will step down for him, Anyanwu said it would be fair and just to give him the opportunity to lead during the next election.

Anyanwu admitted that political power is not given, but he said he is still focused on his goals.

He said, “We were four strong PDP members, myself, Hope Uzodimma, Ikedi Ohakim, and Emeka Ihedioha.

“As God may have it, all three of them have ruled over Imo state, and I have remained myself. I have come to take my turn and I believe the other contestants will make space for me.

“It’s true that power isn’t given, it’s taken. I’ll stay focused on the ball.” 

Anyanwu further said he is confident about the PDP’s future, mentioning that the party is growing stronger and gaining more supporters.

He stated, “Fortunately, the PDP is becoming stronger and more united today. Our number is also growing by thousands.

“I’m saying this clearly and honestly, PDP is the only party our people really trust, and we won’t let the people of Imo down.”

Anyanwu urged the new group members to work hard and secure the party’s support in rural areas.

He added, “Listen to me, there’s nothing they know that we do not know. And there’s nothing they possess that we don’t already have. No matter how they want it done, we’re up for the challenge. But we’re telling them that their tricks won’t work this time.

“We have placed our people around every polling station where they will watch over the voting process and keep the ballots safe until the results are declared in our favour.

“We have a lot of other things going on for Sam Daddy. We have the parent body, ‘Divine Mandate’.

“We have the Mass Movement for Sam Daddy. I ask you to work together with everyone to make sure the Imo people are involved in the new song.”