There Will Be No More Political Parties: Akpabio Declares End of Partisan Politics by 2027

 

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has boldly predicted the collapse of traditional political party structures in Akwa Ibom State by the 2027 general elections, asserting that the era of partisan rivalry is drawing to a close in the state.

Addressing a large crowd during his midterm empowerment briefing at the Ikot Ekpene Township Stadium on Friday, Akpabio declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) had lost its grip on the state’s political landscape. He declared that the party’s symbol—the umbrella—was now “torn into shreds” and no longer capable of offering any form of shelter or protection to the people of the state.

As the senator representing Akwa Ibom North West Senatorial District, Akpabio proclaimed that political alliances have effectively dissolved into a single consensus: support for Governor Umo Eno, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and himself. According to him, the people of Akwa Ibom have made up their minds to rise above party lines and throw their weight behind leadership that delivers results.

“As I speak with you, there is nothing like a political party in 2027 in Akwa Ibom State again,” he stated. “For the Senate of Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District, all political parties have collapsed to vote for Senator Godswill Akpabio. For the office of the governor in 2027, all political parties have agreed to vote for Governor Umo Eno. Akwa Ibom has moved to vote for President Bola Tinubu, Eno for governor of Akwa Ibom State, and Senator Akpabio for Senate.”

He heaped praise on Governor Umo Eno, whom he described as a man of peace and true spirituality. According to Akpabio, Eno embodies a rare sincerity, one that resonates with both divine alignment and a practical vision for the state.

“Umo Eno is a man of peace. Umo Eno is a man of God,” Akpabio said. “I’m not talking about those who profess God with their lips. I’m talking about those who practice God in their heart. Umo Eno has brought all of us together.”

The empowerment event itself was a significant show of grassroots connection and political influence. A total of 1,690 individuals benefited from various items distributed under the midterm initiative. These included 30 minibuses, 67 passenger tricycles, 50 cassava processing machines, 347 deep freezers, 247 generating sets, truckloads of 50 kg bags of rice, gas cookers, cash grants, and other essential tools designed to improve livelihoods across the senatorial district.

Akpabio also acknowledged the ongoing role of his wife, Unoma Akpabio, in supporting community development, describing her as a quiet force for good whose philanthropic efforts are felt across the state.

“She does it because she knows hunger has no political party,” he remarked. “My wife, please feed my people whether I am around or not. Keep on sharing. Akwa Ibom people will show you love soon.”

From the empowerment venue, Akpabio moved to commission a number of developmental projects across his constituency. He revealed that a total of 68 life-impacting projects were scheduled for commissioning between Friday, May 16, and Thursday, May 17, 2025—a timeline underscoring the scope and ambition of his legislative impact.

The event’s opening remarks were delivered by the chairman of Essien Udim Local Government Area, who lauded Akpabio’s consistent commitment to development. According to the chairman, Akpabio has been a dependable figure from his days as commissioner, through his tenure as governor, and now as Senate President.

The tone and content of Akpabio’s statements underscore a shifting political narrative in Akwa Ibom, where performance and grassroots engagement may soon outweigh traditional party affiliations. Whether or not 2027 will truly usher in a post-party political landscape remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: Akpabio is positioning himself as the fulcrum around which Akwa Ibom’s political future turns.