Veteran Nollywood actor Emeka Ike has officially declared his intention to contest for a seat in the House of Representatives ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The actor announced that he will run for the Abuja Municipal/Bwari federal constituency under the platform of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC).
Speaking on his decision to enter the race, Emeka Ike said he wants to contribute to building a “proper systematic structure” that can drive national development and improve governance.
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.