Uzodimma
Olamilekan Abayomi
Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, has been appointed as the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Convention Central Coordination Committee. This committee is tasked with overseeing the party’s national convention, scheduled to take place on March 27 and 28, 2026.
The convention aims to elect new members of the party’s National Working Committee, marking a significant milestone in the party’s internal democracy. Uzodimma’s appointment is part of the party’s efforts to ensure a smooth and successful convention.
The 73-member Central Coordination Committee includes prominent politicians, such as Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, as Secretary, and Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, as Vice Chairman. Other notable members include Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas, and several former governors and ministers.
The committee’s responsibilities will include coordinating the convention’s logistics, security, and accreditation, among other tasks. Uzodimma’s leadership is expected to play a crucial role in ensuring the convention’s success.
The APC has also unveiled sub-committees to support the convention, with various governors and politicians heading different aspects, such as finance, security, and media publicity. These sub-committees will work together to ensure a well-organized and peaceful convention.
The national convention is a critical event for the APC, as it will shape the party’s leadership and agenda for the coming years. The party has emphasized the importance of conducting a free, fair, and transparent convention.
The convention’s outcome is highly anticipated, with many expecting it to set the tone for the party’s performance in future elections. Uzodimma’s appointment as chairman is seen as a significant development in the party’s preparations.
