Stakeholders Rally Behind Dr. John Nwokeabia for Enugu 2027 Gubernatorial Race

 

Enugu, Nigeria – July 21, 2025

Amid rising political realignments and growing anticipation ahead of the 2027 general elections, influential stakeholders across Enugu State have begun mounting pressure on Dr. John Nwokeabia to declare his intention to run for governor under the Labour Party.

Dr. Nwokeabia, a respected technocrat and former deputy governorship candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections, has continued to demonstrate unwavering commitment to the party and its ideals, even in the face of shifting political tides. His loyalty and sustained investment in the party have earned him admiration from across the state’s three senatorial zones.



Following the unexpected defection of the Labour Party’s 2023 gubernatorial candidate, Hon. Chijioke Edeoga, to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) earlier this year, many party loyalists feared the party’s structure in Enugu would suffer a collapse. However, Dr. Nwokeabia in concert with other stakeholders—financially, logistically, and strategically—has helped stabilize the party and maintain its presence in the state’s political landscape.

“He didn’t just stay back; he stepped up when others walked away,” said Emeka Agbo one Labour Party chieftain from Enugu North. “Dr. Nwokeabia has been funding the party’s activities and guiding us through what would have been a difficult transition period.”

Sources within the party reveal that consultations have intensified among party stakeholders, youth leaders, and community representatives from Enugu East, Enugu West, and Enugu North, all urging Dr. Nwokeabia to throw his hat into the ring ahead of the 2027 governorship contest. Many believe his technocratic background, proven leadership, and firm belief in the Labour Party’s progressive values make him a unifying candidate with the credibility to challenge the status quo.

“He is not a typical politician,” noted Henry Udeh a political analyst based in Enugu. “He represents a new kind of leadership—pragmatic, accountable, and people-focused. His record in the last election and his continued loyalty to the party give him a strong edge.”

When reached for comment, Dr. Nwokeabia neither confirmed nor denied the speculations but reiterated his commitment to the Labour Party’s vision for a new Nigeria.

“For me, the mission has always been about service and accountability,” he stated. “Enugu deserves transparent leadership and a government that prioritizes the people.”

Political observers say a formal declaration from Dr. Nwokeabia could re-energize the Labour Party in Enugu and set the stage for a dynamic and competitive race in 2027.

As the political atmosphere in Enugu continues to heat up, all eyes remain on Dr. Nwokeabia and the Labour Party, with many seeing him as a symbol of stability, hope, and a credible alternative for the future.

Stanley Onuora writes from Enugu

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