2027: CHIEF DANIEL OKEKE ENDORSES BOURDEX FOR SENATE, REAFFIRMS UNWAVERING SUPPORT FOR GOVERNOR OTTI’S RE-ELECTION AND LABOUR PARTY

CHIEF DANIEL OKEKE ENDORSES BOURDEX FOR SENATE, REAFFIRMS UNWAVERING SUPPORT FOR GOVERNOR OTTI’S RE-ELECTION AND LABOUR PARTY

…As Chief Bourdex Visits the Political Leader at His Country Home in Ututu

Prominent Abia politician, philanthropist and businessman, Chief Daniel Chimezie Okeke, has reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to the re-election of Governor Alex Chioma Otti and the election of Chief Dr David Ogba Onuoha Bourdex, OFR, OON, as Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District and the labour Party candidates

Chief Daniel Okeke made the declaration when Chief Bourdex paid him a visit at his country home in Ututu, Arochukwu Local Government Area, to formally welcome him into the Labour Party and deliberate on the future of the party and the development of Abia North on the 30th of October,2026

Speaking during the visit, Chief Bourdex described the news of Chief Daniel Okeke’s defection to the Labour Party as the best news he had received that day, noting that he had long desired to work with the distinguished and people-oriented political leader like under the same political platform.

He recalled that despite belonging to different political parties in the past, their friendship had remained cordial, sustained by mutual respect and a shared commitment to the progress of their people.

Chief Bourdex described Chief Daniel Okeke as a true gentleman, consistent, dependable and selfless, with an extensive network of political loyalists across Abia State and an unwavering commitment to the development of the state.

He further noted that Chief Daniel is among the accomplished Abians whose involvement in politics is not driven by personal enrichment but by the desire to provide a platform for attracting government presence, promoting development and creating public wealth.

Chief Bourdex emphasized the need for strategic collaboration and partnership among progressive-minded leaders to advance the development and prosperity of Abia State. He stressed that leadership must be entrusted to individuals with genuine intentions, sound character and a clear vision for the people.

In his opening remarks, former Arochukwu LGA Transition Chairman, Chief Joe Eze-Aru, commended Chief Daniel Okeke for his selfless contributions to his people and his commitment to political leadership.

Chief Eze-Aru described Chief Daniel as a trusted political associate, noting that their friendship had remained strong and unbroken despite their previous affiliations with different political parties.

He disclosed that he received a call from Chief Bourdex, his former colleague and a long-standing associate with whom he shares a relationship built on trust, sincerity and mutual respect, requesting that he leads the delegation on the visit.

While making arrangements for the visit, he received another call from Hon. Ibe Okwara, who also requested that he leads his delegation to Chief Daniel Okeke. He consequently coordinated the visit to accommodate both political leaders.

Chief Eze-Aru concluded that Chief Daniel Okeke is a political asset rather than a liability, asserting that his entry into the Labour Party had significantly strengthened the party’s political fortunes in Arochukwu LGA and further consolidated its position across the zone.

In his response, Chief Daniel Okeke explained that his decision to join the Labour Party was informed by the purposeful and transformational leadership of Governor Alex Otti.

He stated that remaining politically indifferent at a time when the future of his people was at stake would amount to insensitivity, adding that his decision was driven by the need to contribute meaningfully to the continued progress of Abia State.

Chief Daniel reaffirmed that he had joined the Labour Party to work for the victory of Governor Otti and other Labour Party candidates, stressing that their success would further strengthen the party and consolidate the gains of the present administration.He used the opportunity to charge Hon Ibe Okwara to work harder to change the narrative and give the people reasons to reelect him.

Also speaking, Chief Stephen Nwankwo, the Akuroule of Ututu (Nnayereugo), formally presented kola and delivered the welcome address on behalf of the host.

Nnayereugo, who also joined the Labour Party alongside Chief Daniel Okeke, stated that their decision was motivated by the desire to unite the party, provide their people with a credible political alternative and strengthen their connection with the state government to attract meaningful development.

Hon Ibe Okwara,the Member representing Ohafia Arochukwu Federal Constituency, in his address said in the past Chief Daniel was his opponent but today they are in same ship and working for the same purpose. He appealed for support and advice where necessary to serve the people better

The meeting was attended by several prominent political leaders and stakeholders, including the former Abia State Commissioner for Joint Projects, Chief John J. Okoro; Chief Eric Aso; the Bourdex Campaign Director-General, Hon. Ndukwo Ojukwu; Chief Emma Awa; the Coordinator of Team Bourdex in Arochukwu LGA, Chief Onyema Agbai ; the Former Ohafia LGA Chief of Staff, Ogbonnaya Odim; the former Ohafia LGA Secretary to the Local Government, Dimgba Ejieke, Director of Media and Strategic Communications, Bourdex Campaign; and other notable leaders and stakeholders.

The visit marks a significant step towards strengthening the Labour Party’s political structure in Arochukwu LGA and Abia North, as more influential political leaders reaffirm their commitment to Governor Alex Otti’s re-election and the Bourdex senatorial aspiration.