Three aspirants contesting for the Imo North Senatorial District (Okigwe zone) have withdrawn from the race and declared support for Senator Patrick Ndubueze ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The aspirants announced their withdrawal after submitting formal letters to the Imo State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Austin Onyedebelu.
Speaking on behalf of the group, one of the aspirants, Loungers Anyanwu, said the decision was taken in the interest of peace, unity, and political stability within the senatorial district.
He explained that the group resolved to support what they described as a strong and capable candidate who can secure victory for the party in the upcoming election.
Reacting to the development, the APC chairman in Imo State commended the aspirants for their decision, describing it as a positive step toward strengthening unity and cohesion within the party structure in Imo North.
The endorsement is expected to reshape the political landscape in the senatorial zone as preparations continue ahead of the 2027 polls.
