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 stated that he wants to contribute to building a “proper systematic structure” that can drive national development and improve governance.
He expressed his desire to step into the political arena to bring tangible dividends closer to Nigerians, while confidently challenging the political establishment to step aside.
A video circulating online shows the actor receiving his nomination form from a party official, signaling the formal commencement of his political campaign. Additionally, a member of Ike’s campaign team disclosed that the actor has already emerged as the winner of the NDC primaries and is now actively preparing for the 2027 polls.
This is not Ike’s first attempt at elective office. In 2018, the Nollywood star contested for a House of Representatives seat under the Young Progressive Party (YPP), representing the Ideato South Local Government Area of Imo State. His latest political move adds to a growing list of Nigerian entertainers seeking public office ahead of the next election cycle.
Beyond politics, Ike remains one of Nollywood’s most recognizable 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, and Ramsey Nouah. After a prolonged absence from the screen, the actor recently made his return to Nollywood in 2023 with a role in Toyin Abraham’s Malaika.
