Enugu APC releases updated campaign council list – Vanguard News
The Enugu State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced an updated roster for its Campaign Council, as revealed in a press release issued on Friday.
Dr. Martin Chukwunweike, State Chairman, and Hon. Chukwudi Nnadozie, State Secretary, noted that the revisions followed requests from various stakeholders eager to support the party’s efforts in the lead-up to the 2027 general elections, aimed at securing victories for President Bola Tinubu, Governor Peter Mbah, and other APC candidates.
“We are happy to welcome them on board as the party grows from strength to strength for a landslide victory come 2027,” the release stated.
Upon review of the updated list, leadership within the Council remains unchanged, with the main alterations involving new additions to membership and minor administrative adjustments.
The Campaign Council, which consists of 51 directorates, continues under the chairmanship of Governor Peter Mbah. Notable vice chairpersons include Deputy Governor Barr. Ifeanyi Ossai, Deputy National Chairman (South) of the APC, Speaker of the Enugu State House of Assembly Rt. Hon. Uchenna Ugwu, Chairman of the state party Dr. Martin Chukwunweike, and Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia.
An Advisory Council features prominent figures such as former Senate President Ken Nnamani, former Anambra State Governor Senator Jim Nwobodo, and Rear Admiral Allison Madueke (Rtd.), among others. Chief Charlie Mbah will serve as the Director-General, while Dr. Eric Oluedo has been appointed Secretary-General.
Senators Osita Ngwu, Ikeje Asogwa, and Kelvin Chukwu will coordinate efforts in the Enugu West, Enugu North, and Enugu East districts, respectively. Deputy Campaign Directors include Deacon Okey Ogbodo for Enugu East, Dr. Dan Shere for Enugu North, and Hon. S.K.E. Udeh-Okoye for Enugu West.
The Council’s communication efforts will be led by Barr. Steve Oruruo as Campaign Spokesperson and Director of Public Communication, with Dr. Austin Okolie and Dr. Malachy Agbo serving as co-spokespersons and secretary, respectively.
The media strategy will be directed by Mazi Uche Anichukwu and Dan Nwomeh, who will oversee new and mainstream media initiatives, supported by Dr. Collins Ogbu and Dr. Reuben Onyishi as secretaries.
Additionally, Barr. Victor Udeh will lead the Administration Directorate. Dr. Ben Nwoye and Arc. Uche Nwatu will oversee fundraising activities, while former Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ikechukwu Ogalla (Rtd.), will head the Security Directorate, with Ogbono Onovo (Rtd.) serving as secretary.
The Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology will manage the Directorate of Government Appointees Coordination, with Prof. Chidiebere Onyia as secretary. The Inter-Party Affairs Directorate will be led by former Speaker Rt. Hon. Eugene Odoh.
Women’s mobilization efforts will be coordinated by APC State Woman Leader Mrs. Esther Edeh, alongside Dr. Oby Ajih and Mrs. Ngozi Enih.
Further organizational structures include the Directorate of Parliamentary Mobilization led by Senator Chuka Utazi, the Directorate of Election Planning and Monitoring with Barr. Victor Udeh, and the Welfare Directorate run by Commissioner Dame Ugochi Madueke.
The Enugu State APC continues to reinforce its commitment to a united front as it prepares for the upcoming electoral cycle, encompassing various sectors and communities within the state.
