Former Ebonyi female lawmaker explains why she wants to run for Senate

Maria Nwachi, who previously served as Minority Leader in the Ebonyi State House of Assembly, has announced her intention to contest the 2027 National Assembly elections for the Ebonyi South Senatorial District.

Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, she explained that the postponement of her announcement resulted from consultations aimed at identifying the most appropriate platform for pursuing her goal of representing her constituents.

The former legislator, who represented Afikpo North‑East from 2015 to 2019, indicated that she will contest under the Peoples Democratic Party.

She said her motivation for entering the race is to provide effective representation for her community.

She added that, if elected, she would employ a community‑based approach in carrying out her legislative responsibilities.

She further stated that her decision is driven by a desire to strengthen federal representation for the zone and to ensure that her constituents’ voices are heard in national discussions.

“This is to inform the people of Ebonyi South District and my supporters that I am contesting to represent them in the Red Chambers of the National Assembly, and my objective is to make laws that will change the narratives.”

“As a community‑driven person, I have what it takes to provide the people with a distinctive form of representation in the National Assembly that will positively impact their lives.”

“I possess the competence, credibility, and capacity to deliver results. I believe that leadership should be measured by its impact on the people.”

“I am contesting this election to touch lives, to further liberate and unify my people, and to restore transparency and accountability in the zone. I cannot achieve this alone, which is why I am seeking their support. In the coming days, we will continue to engage and inform our people about the party we will use in this election,” she added.

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