The leadership and supporters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) across Imo State and the entire Okigwe Zone have continued to express excitement and confidence following the successful screening and clearance of High Chief Duru Mike Ejiogu, ONOWU OF IGBO LAND, for the forthcoming 2027 Senatorial race.
High Chief Duru Mike Ejiogu arrived at the PDP State Secretariat, No. 98 Okigwe Road, Owerri, on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, where he participated in the official screening exercise conducted by the Party Screening Committee. The exercise, which was peaceful, transparent, and well-coordinated, further demonstrated the commitment of the PDP towards internal democracy, unity, and credible leadership selection.
Following a thorough and successful screening process, High Chief Duru Mike Ejiogu was officially cleared by the committee, a development widely celebrated by party faithful, political stakeholders, youths, women groups, and supporters who gathered in solidarity with the distinguished political leader and philanthropist.
Speaking shortly after the exercise, supporters described High Chief Duru Mike Ejiogu as a symbol of visionary leadership, grassroots empowerment, and political stability, noting that his emergence continues to inspire renewed hope for quality representation in Okigwe Zone and beyond.
The peaceful conduct of the screening exercise by the Imo State PDP has equally been commended as a strong indication of the party’s readiness to reclaim and reposition the state through credible leadership and people-oriented governance.
As the journey towards 2027 progresses, political observers and stakeholders remain optimistic that the growing acceptance and overwhelming support for High Chief Duru Mike Ejiogu across the six local government areas of Okigwe Zone will further strengthen the PDP’s chances in the forthcoming elections.
Indeed, today’s successful screening and clearance marks another major milestone in the inspiring political movement of a man many have continued to describe as the people’s choice and the incoming Senator of Okigwe Zone come 2027.

