The Igbo Community Association has endorsed the Social Democratic Party’s candidate, Obinna Simon, also known as MC Tagwaye, for the position of Chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council in the upcoming 2026 elections. According to the association’s President-General, Ikenna Ellis-Ezenekwe, MC Tagwaye has pledged to address key issues affecting residents in the area, including double taxation and unnecessary demolitions.
During a conference in Abuja, Ellis-Ezenekwe highlighted MC Tagwaye’s campaign promises, which include putting an end to double taxation in the Abuja Municipal Area Council. This move is expected to provide relief to residents who are currently burdened with multiple tax payments. Additionally, MC Tagwaye has vowed to curb unnecessary demolitions in the area, which have been a source of concern for many residents. He plans to achieve this through legal means, ensuring that the rights of residents are protected.
The Igbo Community Association’s endorsement of MC Tagwaye’s candidacy is significant, as it reflects the community’s confidence in his ability to address the pressing issues facing residents in the area. Ellis-Ezenekwe emphasized that the association’s support for MC Tagwaye is not solely based on his ethnicity, but rather on his commitment to improving the lives of all residents in the Federal Capital Territory.
As the 2026 elections approach, the association is urging residents of the Abuja Municipal Area Council to rally behind MC Tagwaye’s candidacy. With the elections scheduled to take place on February 21, 2026, the association is encouraging voters to consider MC Tagwaye’s promises and vision for the area. The outcome of the elections will be crucial in determining the future of the Abuja Municipal Area Council and the lives of its residents.
