The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia State has proclaimed Chief Okey Ahiwe the winner of the governorship primary election. Ahiwe formerly served as the governor's chief of staff under Okezie Ikpeazu.
The election had to be held since Professor Uche Ikonne, who was supposed to represent the party in the general election of 2023, passed away.
Governor Godwin Obaseki, who is in charge of the PDP Primary Election Committee, declared the following results:
Total votes cast 516
Chief Okey Ahiwe 469
Rt Hon Ude Oko Chukwu 12 Votes
Don Lulu 12 Votes
Samson Orji 11