Senatorial Race: Imo APC Sends Message to Wife of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu
- The allegation raised by Chief Mrs Betty Akeredolu against Governor Hope Uzodimma has been refuted
- According to the party, the intent of Akeredolu's allegation was to undermine the entire process and discredit the eventual outcome of the primary election
- Recall that the Ondo state first lady had accused the Imo governor of planning to perpetuate fraud in the senatorial primary
The Imo state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has refuted claims of fraud raised against it by Her Excellency, Chief Mrs Betty Akeredolu.
Akeredolu, wife of Ondo state governor and an aspirant for the Imo East (Owerri Zone) Senatorial position.
Describing the allegation as false, the party said the first lady has the intent to undermine the entire process and discredit the eventual outcome of the primary election.
Part of the statement made available to Legit.ng read:
It is however regrettable that such an outlandish and ridiculous allegation could come from Her Excellency, Chief Mrs Akeredolu, wife of Ondo State Governor and an aspirant for the Imo East (Owerri Zone) Senatorial position, having received all the necessary support and solidarity from the governor and the leadership of the party in the course of her aspiration.
Source: UGC
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"While we understand and appreciate the huge pressure associated with political contest, particularly in a star-studded area like Owerri Zone, we wish to call on Mrs Akeredolu to refrain forthwith from reckless use of inciting words that are capable of setting the foundation of the party on fire. It will be more profitable for her to engage with and concentrate on the delegates instead of dragging the name of the governor into the Owerri Senatorial contest.
"We wish to however reiterate the governor's commitment to providing a level playing field for a peaceful, transparent, free and credible primaries in the state.
"The party under the Chairmanship of Hon. Macdonald Ebere will not be distracted in its resolve to provide for all aspirants and stakeholders the enabling platform to actualize their aspirations.
"Therefore, the party with every sense of responsibility urges the general public and our esteemed party men and women to disregard such unprovoked and unwarranted allegations deliberately orchestrated to undermine the credibility of the primary election and impinge on the integrity of our dear governor."
2023 Election: Governor Akeredolu’s wife joins race, gets husbands’ endorsement
Recall that Legit.ng reports that Governor Rotimi Akeredolu has given his blessings to his wife to contest and pledged his full support.
Akeredolu who in a statement endorsed his wife stated that one who has impacted humanity and left an indelible mark that has positively changed the lives of people must be supported by all good people.
Akeredolu who declared his support for his wife used it to honor their 41-year-old marriage anniversary.
Source: Legit.ng
