Bianca Ojukwu Endorses Tinubu’s 2027 Bid, Declares Unwavering Loyalty to APGA

 

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and prominent Board of Trustees member of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Ambassador Bianca Ojukwu, has reaffirmed her party’s strategic support for President Bola Tinubu’s second-term bid while firmly dismissing any suggestion that she plans to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

During a press briefing following President Tinubu’s one-day working visit to Anambra State, Ojukwu described the President’s trip as a milestone in national inclusivity. She praised Tinubu for his non-partisan approach to governance and hailed his willingness to acknowledge and celebrate achievements across political divides.

Her comments came amid widespread political chatter about the implications of the President’s visit to a state governed by APGA and the visible cordiality between him and Governor Chukwuma Soludo. Ojukwu, widow of the late Biafran leader Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, said Tinubu’s presence in Anambra was deeply symbolic.

“The visit to Anambra by the President was nothing short of a momentous occasion,” she noted. “It wasn’t merely a courtesy call; it was a strong, visible expression of political magnanimity. President Tinubu has proven once again that he governs with a sense of unity and national purpose, above partisan interests.”

According to the diplomat, the President’s tour of various state projects, including major landmarks in the capital city of Awka, demonstrated a high level of appreciation for the developmental efforts of Governor Soludo’s administration. She pointed out that Tinubu was notably impressed by the state’s infrastructural strides, particularly projects commissioned during his visit.

Among the highlights of the day was the inauguration of the largest structure within the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, the unveiling of the Solution Fun City, and the commissioning of the Anambra State Government House complex, a massive facility comprising 57 buildings. Ojukwu said Tinubu was clearly moved by the scale and quality of the accomplishments.

“The President was visibly impressed,” she said. “He even dubbed the achievements ‘the power of one man,’ underlining the ambition and determination of Governor Soludo. It’s not just about having a dream, but executing that dream within a defined timeline—and that’s exactly what the governor has delivered.”

Amid growing speculation about her political future, especially her role in an APC-led federal government, Ojukwu made it unequivocally clear that her allegiance to APGA remains unshaken. Holding a principal role as a member of APGA’s Board of Trustees, she dismissed any idea of a party switch.

“I am firmly rooted in APGA,” she asserted. “As a principal member of the Board of Trustees, I have absolutely no intention of defecting to any other party. My loyalty to APGA is not in question.”

Ojukwu’s political stance reflects a broader, tactical posture adopted by APGA under the leadership of Governor Soludo. Though ideologically distinct from the APC, the party appears willing to cooperate strategically with the federal government when national unity and state interests align.

When asked whether she supported Soludo’s declaration that APGA had adopted Tinubu as its preferred presidential candidate for the 2027 elections, she confirmed the party’s endorsement as a collective decision, not merely a personal opinion or gesture.

“That declaration by the governor was not made in isolation,” she emphasized. “It was a consensus decision by APGA. We have followed similar paths before. For instance, APGA threw its support behind the People’s Democratic Party in earlier years. It’s about aligning with the center for the greater good when necessary, and this is one of those moments.”

Ojukwu further stressed that while APGA remains ideologically intact and firmly rooted in Anambra politics, the party recognizes the strategic importance of supporting national stability through collaboration with the federal government. According to her, the endorsement of President Tinubu for a second term reflects both pragmatic politics and a shared commitment to national progress.

“This is not the first time we are extending support across party lines,” she explained. “The welfare of our people and the development of our state are what guide our decisions. We are proud of what our governor is achieving and equally supportive of what President Tinubu is doing at the national level.”

Her remarks may carry significant political weight, especially as 2027 approaches and alliances begin to crystallize. The endorsement from APGA, a key regional party in the Southeast, could be interpreted as a signal of shifting dynamics in Nigeria’s often polarized political landscape.

While maintaining her loyalty to APGA, Ojukwu’s message was also clear: the party is ready to work hand-in-hand with the federal government to advance both regional and national development objectives. That cooperation, however, does not translate into a loss of identity or an abandonment of core party values.

As Nigeria prepares for what promises to be another heated electoral cycle, the delicate dance between ideological fidelity and strategic alignment continues. Bianca Ojukwu stands at the center of that balance—holding firm to her party roots, yet open to collaboration when it serves the greater interest of the nation.