Actor Emeka Ike of Nollywood has declared his plan to run for the House of Representatives.
According to reports, the actor revealed this in a video that went viral on social media.
He declared that he would run for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Bwari/AMAC Federal Constituency in Abuja.
“We want to make a federal statement, and I am running for the Federal House of Representatives under the Bwari/AMAC Constituency in Abuja,” he declared.
He responded, “If I’ve made you happy as Nigerians, I want to step into the real thing right now, let’s block those boys who think say na dem get power,” when asked what change he would make if elected.
“We don’t deserve to be begging; let’s take charge and reorganize our nation.
“I’m no longer upset with our politicians since it’s obvious they don’t give a damn about us. You Nigerians have my wrath. Proceed to gather your PVCs. Right now, that’s all the noise we require.
Okechukwu Pascal, popularly known as Chief Priest, is a Nigerian socialite and businessman who has denied losing the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primary election in the Orsu/Orlu/Oru East Federal Constituency of Imo State.
Chief Priest reportedly revealed this in a statement on his Instagram page on Sunday, which runs counter to a previous video in which he claimed that just 14 people supported him in the primary and that his sole regret was “trusting the elders in the community.”
ChiefPriest claimed that once the party’s leadership approved its zoning scheme, he never took part in the exercise.
He emphasized that he was never seen at the election site and that the party’s decision was communicated to him in the early hours of Saturday, prior to the primary.
Chief Priest stated that he is still fully and steadfastly committed to President Bola Tinubu’s reelection in 2027, regardless of the election’s result.
“As a devoted progressive and devoted party man, I wish to clearly state my position,” the statement said. After consulting with Hope Uzodimma, the governor of Imo State and our state’s party leader, His Excellency presented the party’s stance on zoning within the Federal Constituency and his determination to guarantee that Orlu LGA holds the position for at least two terms before it is transferred to another LGA.
He argued that, given that my older brother, Asiwaju Jerry Alagboso, had previously spent three terms in the House, it was not my Local Government Area’s turn to hold the position at this time. The governor of Oru East, where he is from, concurred that it is just to let the incumbent resign. I respected and understood that viewpoint.
But I also made it plain that my choice and determination to run for the position sprang from my belief that the present occupant was failing to live up to the hopes and expectations of our people. Following the consultations, the party decided on its zoning plan, chose its preferred candidates, and asked them to enter the field.
“I decided not to go to the field out of respect for the party and its leadership, and I never did.” No one will claim to have seen me anywhere near the primary site. In actuality, I didn’t take part. I immediately made my way back to Lagos. My constituents can vouch for the fact that I was not present at any primary election locations.
“I stayed away entirely out of respect for the leadership and the internal understanding reached as soon as I was informed of the party’s choice in the early hours of Saturday before the primaries. Therefore, it is absurd that certain foolish individuals are trying to utilize my name for online propaganda and a needless trend.
“Unfortunately, some people who should normally know better have joined in the needless cruise and misinformation, which is a troubling aspect of the entire development.” However, once more, it is merely a well-known brand that draws attention and dragging attempts.
“Let me be clear: I owe no one anything because of my ambition. Driven by my own belief and desire to serve, the aim was wholly mine.
“I have no regrets at all about increasing political awareness and stakes in our constituency before the primary. Participation, conviction, and healthy involvement are the foundations of democracy, and I continue to be proud of the enthusiasm and support our movement has garnered throughout the district.
“For the record, I still firmly believe that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu should be reelected in 2027. I’ll keep up my active advocacy and mobilization efforts to ensure the Renewed Hope agenda succeeds. The thoughts, analysis, or social media cruise of ignorant people looking for relevance online won’t divert me.
Therefore, I urge all of my followers and City Boy Movement members to maintain composure, concentration, and allegiance to our wonderful party, the APC. We will launch further grassroots initiatives and strategic programs in the upcoming days to promote Asiwaju and Nigeria’s ongoing development.
“Today and forever, the APC is my party. I continue to be devoted to the principles and leadership of our wonderful party.We also strongly and unapologetically support the Asiwaju mission.
