As political alignments and realignments intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections, Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has held high-level consultations with elder statesman and former Governor of old Anambra State, Chief Jim Nwobodo, and former Abia State Governor, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu.
The meeting, held behind closed doors at Chief Nwobodo’s country home in Amechi Awkunanaw, Enugu, focused on the future of the South-East in Nigeria’s political space.
After the discussion, the leaders spoke on the need for the region to speak with one voice, protect its interests, and take a stronger position in national decision-making.
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The meeting is coming at a time when political consultations across party lines are gaining momentum, with key stakeholders positioning ahead of 2027, and the South-East seeking a more influential voice in Nigeria’s power equation.
(Editor: Ebuwa Omo-Osagie)
