The Abia State Government has rejected claims that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will capture the state in the 2027 general elections, insisting that Abia’s political destiny cannot be determined by personal promises, influence, or family ties.

The government was reacting to comments credited to the Senator representing Abia North Senatorial Zone, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, who reportedly vowed to deliver the Abia Government House to the APC in 2027.

In a statement issued on Monday, the state government described the remarks as personal opinions that do not reflect the will or aspirations of the people of Abia.

While acknowledging that Senator Kalu has the constitutional right to support any candidate of his choice including his younger brother under the Abia APC—the government stressed that the ultimate authority to elect the next governor rests solely with Abia voters.

The statement warned against attempts to impose what it described as a “family fiefdom” on the state’s political structure, noting that Abians would not accept a situation where one individual or family controls multiple key political and public offices at the same time.

According to the government, such offices include the positions of Senator, Governor, Commissioner representing Abia State in the National Assembly Service Commission, and Ambassador, arguing that excessive concentration of power undermines democratic principles and the collective interest of the people.

Reaffirming its political position, the Labour Party said it remains the ruling party in Abia and is strategically positioned ahead of the 2027 elections. The party disclosed that it has more than three credible aspirants ready to contest the Abia North Senatorial seat when the time comes, describing this as evidence of its commitment to inclusive leadership, internal democracy, and merit-based competition.

The government emphasized that the Labour Party is not built around individuals or families, but around the aspirations of ordinary citizens. It assured that, at the appropriate time, the party would mobilise members, supporters, and stakeholders across the state to rally behind its eventual candidates.

Calling on Abians to resist political monopoly, the statement urged support for leadership anchored on fairness, accountability, and people-driven governance.

It further stressed that Abia’s political future cannot be decided through declarations or endorsements made outside the ballot box, noting that recent political history shows voters are increasingly aware of their power and prepared to defend it.