**Ebonyi APC Congress: Okoro-Emegha Returns as Chairman, Pledges to Protect Party's Interests** In a unanimous decision, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ebonyi State has re-elected Stanley Okoro-Emegha as its substantive state chairman for another four-year term. This development occurred during the state congress held at Pa Ngele Oruta Township Stadium in Abakaliki, the state capital, on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. The re-election of Okoro-Emegha and other members of the State Working Committee was facilitated through a consensus arrangement, in line with the APC constitution. This move was seen as a demonstration of confidence in the leadership of Governor Francis Nwifuru and the party's State Working Committee. Other officials re-elected alongside Okoro-Emegha include Chinedu Alphonsus-Nwali as State Deputy Chairman and Charles Chukwuma-Ofoke as State Secretary, alongside 33 other members of the State Working Committee. Speaking at the congress, Governor Nwifuru commended President Bola Tinubu for providing a stabilising leadership that has strengthened the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. He also praised party leaders and stakeholders in the state for reposing confidence in the State Working Committee under Okoro-Emegha's leadership. Governor Nwifuru assured that his administration would provide a level playing field for opposition parties and urged them to conduct their campaigns with civility and decorum when the time comes. The Governor further thanked lawmakers from Ebonyi State, both at the state and National Assembly levels, for joining the ruling party. This move is seen as a significant boost for the APC in the state, as it now has representation in both the State and National Assemblies. Okoro-Emegha, in his acceptance speech, expressed appreciation to Governor Nwifuru and party stakeholders for their continued trust and support. He pledged to work with his colleagues to advance, promote, and protect the interests of the governor, party leaders, and members across the state. The re-election of Okoro-Emegha and the State Working Committee members is a significant development in the APC's preparations for the 2027 general elections. With the party now having a unified leadership in the state, stakeholders are optimistic that the APC will make significant gains in the upcoming elections.