As political parties are preparing to conduct primary elections in May, 2026, the Egbema Liberation Movement ( ELM) has endorsed Chief Promise Lawuru, an aspirant of All Progressives Congress APC for House of Representatives in Warri Federal Constituency in the 2027 general elections.

The group also threw their weight behind an aspirant of All Progressives Congress APC, Amb. Apostle Benjamin Kukuru, who is seeking to represent Warri North Constituency in Delta State House of Assembly in 2027.

The group announced the endorsement on Monday in a statement signed by Hon. Harrison Kurokontei, President, and Rowland Lawuru, Secretary.

They urged all sons and daughters from the oil-rich Egbema Kingdom to collectively support the two aspirants from the Kingdom.

“ In a period marked by the anticipation of much-needed liberation, the Egbema Liberation Movement, otherwise known as ELM, has thrown its weight behind its two illustrious sons, in persons of High Chief Promise Lawuru and Amb. Apostle Kukuru Benjamin aka Ebis, whom have made the noble decision to represent the Egbema Kingdom in the House of Representatives and the State House of Assembly respectively”.

The statement further stated, “ This is a period of fulfillment for the Kingdom, one that signals the long-needed liberation that our people have yearned for”.

“ ELM encourages everyone to rally behind High Chief Promise Lawuru and Amb. Apostle Kukuru Benjamin aka Ebis as they embark on this noble endeavor to represent our Kingdom in the House of Representatives and the House of Assembly”

“ By coming together and offering steadfast support, we can ensure their successful journey to office, paving the way for a brighter, freer future for the Egbema Kingdom”