Politics
2027: Nollywood Actor Emeka Ike eyes House of Reps seat
Veteran Nollywood actor, Emeka Ike, has officially joined the race for the 2027 general elections after declaring his intention to contest for a seat in the House of Representatives.
The actor announced that he would be seeking to represent the Abuja Municipal/Bwari Federal Constituency under the platform of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC).
Speaking on his decision to enter politics, Emeka Ike said his aim is to help build a “proper systematic structure” capable of promoting national development and improving governance in the country.
According to him, Nigeria needs leaders who are committed to creating effective systems that will support growth and better service delivery to citizens.
His declaration adds to the growing number of entertainers showing interest in active politics ahead of the 2027 elections.
“I am running for the federal house of representatives under the Bwari federal constituency in Abuja,” he said.
“We want to make a statement. I want to step into the real thing right now if I have made you, Nigerians, happy. Let us see how we bring dividends close to you.
“Let us block the boys who think they have the power. If we stand they will run.”
In a video circulating online, the actor was seen receiving his nomination form from a party official, signalling the formal commencement of his political campaign.
A member of Ike’s campaign team also disclosed that the actor had already emerged winner of the NDC primaries and is now preparing for the 2027 elections.
This is not Ike’s first attempt at elective office. In 2018, the Nollywood star contested for a seat in the House of Representatives under the Young Progressive Party (YPP), representing Ideato South Local Government Area of Imo State.
His latest political move adds to the growing list of Nigerian entertainers seeking public office ahead of the next election cycle.
Beyond politics, Ike remains one of Nollywood’s most recognisable actors. He rose to prominence after starring in the 1994 film Deadly Affair and went on to feature alongside several leading stars including Genevieve Nnaji, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Rita Dominic, Chioma Chukwuka, Kate Henshaw, Desmond Elliot, Jim Iyke, and Ramsey Nouah.
After years away from the screen, the actor returned to Nollywood in 2023 with a role in Malaika by Toyin Abraham.
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