Mbata wins Imo East Senate ticket

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo State has affirmed Prince Alex Mbata as its candidate for the Imo East Senatorial District, following a primary election that saw him garner a substantial mandate. His victory, marked by an impressive vote count of 121,680, underscores his strong support base within the party and the region.

The primary election process, overseen by the House of Representatives Primary Elections Committee, concluded with Mbata meeting all constitutional and party requirements. The withdrawal of a prominent aspirant, Dr Chijioke Kaduru, shortly before voting commenced, significantly streamlined the path to victory for Mbata, ensuring a clear mandate.

Mbata's nomination positions him as a key contender in the upcoming 2027 general elections. The APC's selection process across the nation aims to field strong candidates capable of securing legislative seats and advancing the party's agenda. His emergence in Imo East is a strategic move by the APC to consolidate its presence and influence in the state's political arena.

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I, Rear Admiral Kayode Williams (retd.), the duly appointed chairman of the House of Representatives Primary Elections for Imo State and the returning officer for this election, hereby formally declare Alexander Mbata, having satisfied all the requirements of the party for this election, as well as relevant laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and having scored the highest number of valid votes, 121,680 votes, winner of the Imo East Senatorial District primary election, 2026. Congratulations, sir.