A renowned cleric, Prophet Simon Ogbuji of the Faith Evangelical Assembly, Orlu Local Government Area of Imo State, has prophesied that a woman will defeat the incumbent member representing Ideato North/South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, in the 2027 general elections. The fiery preacher made the revelation during a Sunday service that drew a large congregation of worshippers and political observers.
According to Prophet Ogbuji, the divine message came to him in a vision where he saw “a woman clothed with light and crowned with victory” emerging from Ideato to unseat the lawmaker, who is currently serving under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He declared that the vision was “clear and undeniable,” and that “no force on earth can stop what heaven has decreed.”
The prophet explained that the spiritual reason behind Ugochinyere’s impending political downfall is rooted in his repeated public claim that he was “raised by his father alone,” a statement which, according to Ogbuji, dishonors the divine principle of maternal reverence. He stated that “no one rises in destiny by silencing the woman that brought them into the world,” warning that spiritual forces respond strongly to such omissions.
“The Lord showed me that a woman will rise with courage, grace, and wisdom to humble the loud voice of Ideato,” the cleric proclaimed. “This woman will speak less but achieve more. She will be divinely prepared to restore balance to that constituency, and her victory will shock the entire nation.”
Prophet Ogbuji’s prophecy has since stirred intense reactions across the political landscape of Ideato Nation, with many interpreting it as a spiritual pointer to the growing political consciousness among women in the area. Some residents say the prophecy may encourage more female aspirants to join the race, while others dismiss it as mere religious sensationalism.
Political watchers note that Hon. Ugochinyere, known for his vocal stance and combative political style, has remained one of the most visible lawmakers from the South East. However, the prophecy, coming two years ahead of the elections, may add a new dimension to the unfolding political drama in Ideato North and South.
Attempts to reach Hon. Ugochinyere for comments on the prophecy proved unsuccessful as calls and messages sent to his known mobile number were not returned at the time of filing this report. Close associates, however, described the prediction as “another attempt to draw attention through religion,” insisting that “only the people, not prophets, decide elections.”
Meanwhile, Prophet Ogbuji maintained that his message was not political but purely spiritual. “When heaven speaks, wise men listen,” he said, urging Ideato people to “watch and pray” as events unfold ahead of 2027.
