A former House of Representatives member, Hon. Greg Egu, has called on the people of Owerri Zone to set aside personal interests and unite if they hope to clinch the Imo State governorship seat in 2028.
Speaking to journalists at his country home in Umuohiagu, Ngor Okpala Local Government Area, Egu lamented that the lack of unity within Owerri Zone had repeatedly given Orlu and Okigwe zones the upper hand in the state’s political leadership.
“The problem with Owerri Zone is disunity, and this is what Orlu and Okigwe zones capitalize on to deny us the opportunity to produce the next governor,” Egu stated. “We must realize that it is not for every Owerri politician to contest at the same time. Imo is in the hands of game planners. If we truly want the governorship, we must unite because we have the numbers, even though Orlu has more local government areas.”
He criticized Owerri Zone politicians for engaging in politics without strategic planning or collective interest, stressing that dialogue and unity were crucial to securing power.
Elections in Nigeria Now Favor Money Over Credibility
Egu also expressed deep concern over what he described as the commercialization of Nigeria’s political landscape, where credibility and character have been replaced by financial muscle.
“Elections are now about who has the financial resources to buy influence rather than who has the capacity to lead,” he lamented. “People are being appointed into positions instead of being elected based on merit. If this trend continues, Nigeria is doomed.”
He further noted that the political class is no longer focused on development but rather on personal enrichment.
“Party members don’t care about the development of the people and communities; they just want to fill their pockets. We should start weighing people by their character and track record, not their bank accounts,” he emphasized.
Calls for Atiku and Obi to Unite for 2027 Presidential Election
In a broader political discussion, Egu urged former presidential candidates Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi to put aside their differences and form a united front ahead of the 2027 elections.
“Atiku and Obi should figure themselves out. If they combine forces, they can upstage the ruling party rather than splitting votes and weakening their chances,” he suggested.
His remarks have reignited discussions on the future of both Imo State politics and Nigeria’s national leadership, with analysts debating whether political unity is achievable in the face of deep-seated divisions.
