Soludo in Tinubu’s Campaign: ‘The Bitter Truth Is That the South-East Must Align with the Centre,’ Says APGA National Chair Sly Ezeokenwa

Author: Dickson OmobolaPublished on: October 25, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Soludo in Tinubu’s Campaign: ‘The Bitter Truth Is That the South-East Must Align with the Centre,’ Says APGA National Chair Sly Ezeokenwa

APGA National Chair Sly Ezeokenwa says Charles Soludo’s support for Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 election goes beyond their personal relationship and reflects the need for coalitions in a multi-party democracy. He says APGA has followed a policy of strategic alliances with the ruling party since 2011, recalling its support for Goodluck Jonathan in 2011 and 2015 and for the incumbent presidents in 2019 and 2023. Ezeokenwa dismisses the allegation that Anambra Governor Soludo is engaging in anti-party activity.

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