Party Retains Governor Peter Mbah as Chairman of 51-Directorate Council; Rachael Okonkwo, Others Get Key Roles.
Enugu Media Village (EMV), the Most Updated Online News Platform — Saturday, October 31, 2026.
THE ENUGU STATE chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has released an updated list of its 2027 Campaign Council, incorporating additional political stakeholders and party members into its campaign structure ahead of the forthcoming general elections.
The update, announced in a statement jointly issued by the State Chairman, Dr. Martin Chukwunweike, and the State Secretary, Hon. Chukwudi Nnadozie, follows expressions of interest by more stakeholders across the state to participate in the party’s campaign activities.
According to the party leadership, the expanded structure is intended to strengthen mobilisation efforts in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah and other APC candidates in the 2027 elections.
The party welcomed the new entrants, expressing confidence that their participation would further strengthen its organisational capacity and grassroots engagement ahead of the polls.
MBAH RETAINS LEADERSHIP OF 51-DIRECTORATE COUNCIL
A review of the updated list indicates that the leadership arrangement remains unchanged, with Governor Peter Mbah retaining his position as Chairman of the 51-directorate Campaign Council.
The Deputy Governor, Barr. Ifeanyi Ossai; APC Deputy National Chairman (South); Speaker of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Uchenna Ugwu; State APC Chairman, Dr. Martin Chukwunweike; and Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, remain Vice Chairmen.
The Advisory Council features prominent political and public figures, including former Senate President Ken Nnamani, former Governor of old Anambra State Senator Jim Nwobodo, former Chief of Naval Staff Rear Admiral Allison Madueke (Rtd.), former Minister of Power Prof. Barth Nnaji, former Minister of Information Frank Nweke Jr., business mogul Prince Arthur Eze and Senator Chuka Utazi.
Other members include former Deputy Governors Cecilia Ezeilo, Bishop Ralph Nwoye, Dr. Sunday Onyebuchi and Chief Okechukwu Itanyi, among other notable personalities.
Chief Charlie Mbah retains his position as Director-General, while Dr. Eric Oluedo continues as Secretary-General of the Campaign Council.
SENATORIAL DISTRICTS GET COORDINATORS
For effective coordination across the three senatorial districts, Senator Osita Ngwu will oversee Enugu West, Senator Ikeje Asogwa will coordinate Enugu North, while Senator Kelvin Chukwu will lead the campaign structure in Enugu East.
The Deputy Campaign Directors-General are Deacon Okey Ogbodo for Enugu East, Dr. Dan Shere for Enugu North and Hon. S.K.E. Udeh-Okoye for Enugu West.
COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA DIRECTORATES
The party has also maintained its communication structure, with Barr. Steve Oruruo serving as Campaign Spokesperson and Director of the Public Communication Committee. Dr. Austin Okolie is the Co-Spokesperson, while Dr. Malachy Agbo serves as Secretary.
Mazi Uche Anichukwu will lead the Directorate of New Media and Strategic Communication, while Dan Nwomeh heads the Directorate of Mainstream Media. Dr. Collins Ogbu and Dr. Reuben Onyishi will serve as secretaries of the respective directorates.
Other appointments include Barr. Victor Udeh as Director of Administration and Director of Election Planning and Monitoring, with Chief Frank Anioma serving as Secretary of the latter.
SECURITY, WOMEN AND GRASSROOTS MOBILISATION
Former Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ikechukwu Ogalla (Rtd.), will chair the Security Directorate, while former Inspector-General of Police, Ogbonna Onovo (Rtd.), will serve as Secretary.
The Women Mobilisation Directorate will be led by APC State Woman Leader, Mrs. Esther Edeh, with Dr. Oby Ajih as Co-Director and Commissioner for Children, Gender Affairs and Social Development, Mrs. Ngozi Enih, as Secretary.
Senator Chuka Utazi will head Parliamentary Mobilisation, while Senator Ben Collins Ndu will lead Contact and Mobilisation, supported by Barr. Peter Okonkwo and Mrs. Lovelyn Obioma Nweze.
The Directorate of Welfare will be led by Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dame Ugochi Madueke, while Dame Rita Mbah will oversee Event Management. Commissioner for Chieftaincy Affairs, Chief Charles Egumgbe, will head the Monitoring Directorate.
RACHAEL OKONKWO, OTHERS GET STRATEGIC ROLES
One of the notable appointments in the updated structure is that of Nollywood actress Rachael Okonkwo, popularly known as Nkoli Nwa Nsukka, who has been named Director of the Creativity and Entertainment Directorate.
Monday Diamond, General Manager of the Enugu State Community and Social Development Agency, will head the directorate’s secretariat.
Hon. USA Igweshi has also returned to his 2023 position as Director of the Support Groups Directorate, with Dr. Chiedozie Nwafor appointed Secretary.
The Town Unions Coordination Directorate will be headed by Chief Arinze Ogbodo, with Hon. Charles Chime overseeing its secretariat. Engr. Uchenna Nwobodo will lead the Works and Venue Directorate, with Engr. Christian Enebe as Secretary.
A BROADER CAMPAIGN STRUCTURE AHEAD OF 2027
The latest update reflects the Enugu APC’s effort to accommodate a wider range of political stakeholders, strengthen its internal coordination and expand mobilisation across communities and interest groups ahead of the 2027 general elections.
With the leadership structure retained and additional members brought on board, the party says it is positioning its campaign organisation for broader participation and more coordinated political engagement.
The updated list provides a clearer picture of the party’s organisational arrangements as preparations for the 2027 elections continue.
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