By Divine Sam

ABAK, AKWA IBOM STATE — In a significant move to consolidate its grassroots political structure ahead of the 2027 general elections, stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Midim Ward 1 have held a strategic meeting, reaffirming their commitment to party unity, effective mobilisation and electoral success.

The meeting, held on November 4th 2026 at the residence of the newly appointed 2027 APC Campaign Director for Midim Ward 1, Obong Prof. Nkereuwem Sunday EtukUdoh, attracted party leaders, political stakeholders, grassroots mobilisers, political juggernaut across the ward.

A major highlight of the gathering was the formal inauguration of Unit Coordinators for all sixteen (16) units in the ward, an exercise aimed at strengthening the party’s organisational framework and ensuring effective leadership and coordination at the grassroots.

With the inauguration, the coordinators are expected to serve as the link between the party’s leadership and the people at the unit level, driving mobilisation, engaging stakeholders, disseminating information and ensuring that party activities are effectively coordinated.

Beyond the inauguration, the meeting witnessed a strong show of solidarity, with stakeholders, party faithful and the newly inaugurated coordinators pledging their support for the Campaign Director and expressing their determination to work towards delivering 100 per cent votes for the APC in Midim Ward 1 during the 2027 general elections.

Discussions at the meeting also centred on political strategy, unity among party members, stakeholder collaboration, organisational discipline and the need for sustained grassroots engagement as preparations for the forthcoming elections gather momentum.

The gathering signals a deliberate effort to build a formidable and inclusive political structure, where every unit and stakeholder has a role to play in achieving the party’s objectives.

Under the leadership and strategic direction of Obong Prof. Nkereuwem Sunday EtukUdoh, the focus is on establishing a disciplined, coordinated and result-driven political network capable of mobilising support across the entire ward.

For Midim Ward 1 APC, the meeting was more than an ordinary political gathering. It was an opportunity to strengthen existing relationships, consolidate the party’s grassroots presence and set the machinery in motion for the political task ahead.