We Want An Igbo President But Tinubu Should Do His 2nd Tenure To Lead Us To Prosperity -Ikedife

Dozie Ikedife Jnr, the All Progressives Congress (APC) South-East Organising Secretary and member of President Bola Tinubu’s Re-election Campaign Council, has said that the South-East should support Tinubu’s second-term ambition in 2027, despite the region’s desire to produce an Igbo president.

According to a report published by THE SUN on Sunday, November 15, 2026, Ikedife said Tinubu deserves another four years in office because of the reforms his administration has introduced. He made this statement during an interview at his residence in Nnewi, Anambra State.

Ikedife urged the people of the South-East to focus on what is politically possible rather than allow their desire for an Igbo president to influence their decisions. He said the region should recognise the present political situation and support Tinubu’s plan to continue his reforms.

He further stated that he does not believe an Igbo person can successfully become president in 2027, although he acknowledged that the South-East has a strong ambition to produce Nigeria’s leader. He advised Ndigbo to build political alliances and avoid being seen as opposing other groups.

The APC chieftain also said the region should find ways to advance its political interests without appearing to be against other political movements.

In Ikedife’s words: “We desire an Igbo man to be president, but what is realisable today is for Tinubu to go and do his second tenure in office to lead Nigeria from his reforms to the era of prosperity.”

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