I’ll Be Next Abia Governor – Nollywood Actress Doris Ogala Reaffirms 2027 Governorship Ambition

• Nollywood actress and African Action Congress governorship candidate Doris Ogala has reaffirmed her ambition to become the next governor of Abia State.

• In a podcast clip circulating online, she said she was certain she would become the state’s next governor and described her political ambition as a “divine mandate”.

• Ogala also criticised the current administration, claiming she spent three months in Abia without electricity while staying at her family home.

• The comments come as she continues her campaign ahead of the 2027 Abia State governorship election.

August 17, () — Nollywood actress and African Action Congress (AAC) governorship candidate, Doris Ogala, has reaffirmed her ambition to become the next governor of Abia State.

In a clip from an upcoming episode of The Clarity Zone Podcast, Ogala said she was certain she would become the state’s next governor.

“I will be the next Governor of Abia State, and nothing can stop me. I’m so sure of it because I’m better than all of them.”

Ogala has previously described her political ambition as a “divine mandate”. In July, she said during a TikTok Live that Abia residents had “no choice” but to accept her as their next governor.

In the latest clip, the actress also criticised the current administration while speaking about her experience in the state.

“I have been in Abia for three months now, no light. I sleep in my family house, and we don’t have light.”

Ogala said her experience had influenced her assessment of the government, particularly its record on basic infrastructure. She argued that some of the administration’s achievements had been overstated on social media.

She also challenged Governor Alex Otti over the state’s infrastructure projects, questioning claims about developments she said were not built by the current administration.

Ogala further claimed she was present when parts of Ariaria International Market were built, using the project to question what she described as the government’s infrastructure claims.

The comments come as Ogala continues her campaign after emerging as the AAC’s governorship candidate for Abia State in May. She is expected to face Governor Otti and other candidates in the 2027 election.

Ogala has said her campaign will focus on improving the lives of Abia residents, with priorities including economic growth, job creation, education, healthcare, infrastructure and governance.

The latest comments were made in a clip from The Clarity Zone Podcast, hosted by Nedu Wazobia alongside Bibi Raii and Baby Lawyer. The full episode is scheduled for release on Wednesday, August 19.

Social Media Reactions

Ogala’s comments have drawn mixed reactions on social media, with some users questioning her political ambition, her claims about Abia’s infrastructure and the strength of the AAC in the state.

Reacting to the clip, @Jimmyforchrist said Ogala appeared to be seeking the attention of Governor Alex Otti.

“You can tell she begging for the attention of the governor. I don’t know what Sowore mixed for water for all of them to drink that makes them loose thier minds that all of them will now be quoting ‘I’m better than all of them’ just like Sowore.”

Another user, @GreatEmmanuel31, challenged Ogala’s comments about infrastructure projects in Abia.

“This woman Is lying with so much confidence, which A line was built by Ikpeazu. Ikpeazu that came to demolish A line on a Sunday when peoples goods were still inside. I don’t want to say much but if this is the best @sowore could give Abia then Tinubu is far better than him.”

@Adierepubliq questioned the AAC’s political structure in Abia and criticised Ogala’s decision to pursue the governorship.

“This frustrated woman is just seeking attention I swear. AAC no even dey for state house of assembly, LG Chairman, talk more of house of representatives, senates and governor. No structure, just want to climb the chamber immediately from the governors and president.”

Also reacting, @Itslawreignzz criticised the decision to feature Ogala on the podcast.

“Nigerian media need to do better. Bringing a mentally disabled person to a show isn’t the way.”