Enugu 2027: Nnaji signs one-term pact, vows to quit after four years

Enugu State governorship candidate Uche Nnaji has committed to serving only one four-year term if elected in 2027, signing an undertaking to that effect. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate made the pledge during a reception in Akpugo, Nkanu West Local Government Area, stating his decision respects the state's existing zoning arrangement.

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I am not interested in perpetuating myself in power. That is not the idea. That is why I said I am not going to disrupt the arrangement that is running, which is zoning of power.

Nnaji emphasized that he is not seeking to "perpetuate myself in power" and will not pursue a second term after completing his initial tenure. He believes this commitment will allow him to concentrate on good governance and his development agenda without the distraction of re-election.

"I am aware that Nkanu has gone for four years. So, being an Nkanu man, I will go for one term. After the one tenure, I will go," Nnaji stated. He also outlined a vision for governance focused on human welfare and conscience, promising a "one-day, one-project" policy to drive development across the state.

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I am aware that Nkanu has gone for four years. So, being an Nkanu man, I will go for one term. After the one tenure, I will go.

The candidate criticized the current tax regime in Enugu State, calling it an excessive burden that drives businesses to neighboring Anambra. "Enugu State has become the most expensive state in the whole federation, and this is a civil service town, a public service town," he said, vowing to govern with conscience and review policies that unduly burden residents and businesses.

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I am going to bring a different approach to governance. My approach will be just for human beings. I am not going to govern for animals. We must have conscience in governance.

PDP chieftain Basil Ani pledged party support for Nnaji, describing him as a "movement that is at the heart of the people."

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So, we must govern with conscience. If you put a tax regime in place and it becomes so bad for the people, why are you keeping it? You withdraw it.