South‑East Renewed Hope Agenda Endorses Tinubu’s Bid
The South‑East Renewed Hope Agenda (SERHA), a regional pro‑Tinubu coalition, has formally endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re‑election bid for 2027. The group has launched chapters across the five states of the region and pledged to drive grassroots mobilisation, including through empowerment initiatives like sewing machines and small grants for local businesses and vulnerable families.
Key Arguments for Support
1. Historic Federal Investments in the Region
Supporters highlight Tinubu’s approval of the multi-billion‑dollar Eastern Rail Line, the establishment and funding of the South‑East Development Commission (SEDC), and the launching of the South‑East Investment Company with N150 billion to drive regional growth
2. Strategic Appointments of Southeastern Nigerians
SERHA and allied groups praise Tinubu for appointing many Igbo professionals to key federal posts—such as Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla (Chief of Naval Staff) and other senior roles—symbolizing increased representation and commitment to equity and national integration
3. Unified Backing from South‑East Leaders
Officials like Minister Dave Umahi state that all South‑East governors, irrespective of party, support Tinubu’s bid and plan a summit to formalize regional endorsement. Umahi lauds ongoing infrastructure projects, including critical roads and the Second Niger Bridge, as proof of the administration’s impact in Igbo land
4. Projections of Electoral Support
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu forecasts that Igbo voters could deliver 70–80% of South‑East votes for Tinubu in 2027, crediting his signing of the SEDC bill into law and surpassing past presidential neglect of the region
Opposition & Mixed Perspectives
Not all regional voices back Tinubu. The Njiko Igbo Forum, an affiliate of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, rejects the re‑election push, predicting only 5% support from the South‑East and urging regional unity behind producing a South‑Eastern president instead of supporting Tinubu
