The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has declared its full readiness to unseat the All Progressives Congress (APC) government in Imo State come the 2027 general elections, vowing to lead a “ballot revolution” that will restore governance to the people.
Speaking during a major political gathering tagged “Operation Power Must Change Hand 2027 in Imo State”, held in Owerri, the National Vice Chairman (South East) of ADC, Comrade Chilos Godsent, made it clear that the party is not leaving anything to chance.
According to Chilos, the ADC is mobilising grassroots forces and aligning with coalition partners to challenge what he described as a “reactionary, inept, repressive and exploitative” administration that has governed the state over the past five years under the APC.
He stated, “What we are building is not just a political movement—it’s a rescue mission. The people of Imo State have suffered under an exploitative government. We are prepared to confront this through the ballot and ensure that power returns to the people.”
The convergence meeting drew over 300 party faithful, including newly defected members from other political parties and community-based political groups. Many attendees expressed optimism about the growing strength and visibility of ADC as an alternative to the ruling APC.
Speakers at the meeting condemned what they called the increasing impunity of the state government, the disregard for the rule of law, and the worsening economic hardship faced by ordinary citizens.
A party leader from Owerri West, Mrs. Nkechi Uzochukwu, stated, “Every day, we see rising prices, joblessness, insecurity, and no clear government intervention. People are angry, and ADC is rising to provide that platform for collective action.”
Others who addressed the gathering highlighted violations of human rights in the state, ranging from harassment of citizens to suppression of civic voices and lack of public accountability in governance.
The ADC says it is positioning itself as the political voice of the masses, committed to economic inclusion, social justice, youth empowerment, and transparent leadership. Chilos reiterated that the 2027 elections in Imo will not be business as usual.
“We will not be intimidated. We are building structures in all the 27 local government areas of the state. We are engaging the youths, the market women, the civil servants, the unemployed, the artisans—everyone who has been left behind. 2027 will be the turning point,” he said.
The rally also served as a platform for mobilisation ahead of the party’s grassroots sensitisation campaigns, with plans already in motion for ward tours, digital voter outreach, and coalition-building across zones in the state.
According to insiders, the ADC is also targeting disenchanted members from other opposition parties, including the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party, in what they describe as a “united front to reclaim Imo.”
Observers say the growing disenchantment with the current administration in the state has left room for emerging alternatives like ADC to gain traction—particularly among the youth and middle-class voters disillusioned by repeated cycles of unfulfilled promises.
With more than two years to the general election, the ADC leadership believes that its early start and coalition strategy will be crucial to reshaping the political narrative in the state.
As Imo State navigates its way through multiple challenges—ranging from insecurity and youth unemployment to poor infrastructure and dwindling public trust—2027 may present an opportunity for political realignment.
While it remains to be seen whether the ADC can successfully mount a challenge strong enough to dethrone an incumbent ruling party, the momentum from the Owerri convergence shows the party is positioning itself as a serious contender in the state’s political future.
