The 2027 Igbo Mandate: Ohanaeze Denies Kingmaker Role, Says Igbos Free to Run

In a definitive statement, the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Senator Azuta Mbata, has clarified that the socio-cultural organization does not possess the authority to prevent any Igbo individual from contesting the 2027 presidential election. This announcement comes in response to circulating reports suggesting otherwise, which Mbata explicitly labeled as fake news. He emphasized that Ohanaeze Ndigbo is a cultural entity, not a political party, and thus cannot dictate or advise on electoral candidacy. Any Igbo person affiliated with a political party is free to run for office in 2027, and Ndigbo are encouraged to continue their lawful political activities within their chosen parties .

However, a faction within Ohanaeze Ndigbo, led by Deputy President General Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, has expressed support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election in 2027. This group argues that the Southeast's optimal opportunity for producing a president lies in 2035, within the All Progressives Congress (APC) framework, citing strategic alliances and political calculations. They project that 95% of Igbo votes could rally behind Tinubu, with Minister of Works Senator David Umahi highlighted as a prominent candidate for the 2035 Igbo presidency. This faction views the support for Tinubu as a calculated move to foster stability and cooperation within Nigeria's political landscape .

The contrasting stances within Ohanaeze underscore the diverse perspectives among Igbo leaders. While the official position reaffirms the right to contest, the factional viewpoint emphasizes long-term strategic planning. This dynamic reflects the broader complexity of Nigerian politics, where regional ambitions and national alliances intersect. As the 2027 election approaches, Igbo political activities will likely intensify, shaped by both individual aspirations and collective strategic considerations .

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