Shared Prosperity coordinators from across Owerri Zone have endorsed Prince (Dr.) Alex Mbata, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Imo East Senatorial District, for the 2027 general elections, pledging to support his ambition.
The endorsement was announced on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, during a meeting between the coordinators and the Prince Alex Mbata Senatorial Campaign Organisation at its office in Owerri. The meeting formed part of the campaign team’s consultations with party stakeholders and grassroots political structures across the zone.
Those present included Amaliri Chinonso C. (Ngor-Okpala), Barr. Uzoma Eke (Owerri North), John Chilakpu (Ahiazu Mbaise), Frank Uche O. (Aboh Mbaise), Kenneth Nkwazema (Owerri West), Prince Ikechukwu Unegbu (Ezinihitte Mbaise) and Hon. Princewell Oguamanam (Owerri Municipal). Some ward coordinators from across the zone also attended.
The coordinators commended Mbata’s efforts in the senatorial race and expressed confidence in his aspiration. Speaking on behalf of the group, John Chilakpu of Ahiazu Mbaise reaffirmed their commitment to the campaign, pledging that they would work towards the success of his candidature.
The Shared Prosperity coordinators form part of the APC’s political structure in Imo State, with networks across Owerri, Okigwe and Orlu zones. Their endorsement adds another layer to the ongoing consultations between Mbata’s campaign organisation and grassroots political stakeholders ahead of the 2027 elections.
Speaking on behalf of the campaign directors, Nze Ray Emeana thanked the coordinators for their support and assured them of the organisation’s continued collaboration with grassroots leaders. He urged them to strengthen their ward-level structures, maintain contact with party members and remain committed to their collective objectives.
Other campaign directors at the meeting included Hon. Dan Ikpeazu, Hon. Kingsley Onwubiko, Nze James Chinoyerem and Hon. Jude Shapume, alongside other members of the campaign team. The organisation said the meeting was part of its broader engagement with stakeholders to consolidate its structures across Owerri Zone ahead of the 2027 general elections.
