2027: Okorocha warns Igbos against gambling with political future

Former Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha has cautioned the Igbo against making political choices that could undermine the South-East’s interests in the 2027 general elections, urging the region to consider strategic alliances when deciding which presidential candidate to support.
Okorocha gave the advice during an interview with Arise News, arguing that the South-East should assess its political options based on what would benefit the region rather than relying solely on personal loyalty or regional sentiment.
“Why should Igbos gamble the four years?” he asked.
The former governor said the region needed to adopt a more strategic approach to the election by exploring possible allian...