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Uzodimma urges unity after APC primaries

From The Punch · () English

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  • Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma urged party unity following the All Progressives Congress primaries.
  • He called on aggrieved members to accept outcomes and work towards victory in the 2027 general elections.
  • Uzodimma emphasized strengthening the South-East's political position by ensuring President Tinubu's re-election.

Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma has called for unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) following the conclusion of party primaries. Speaking at an expanded stakeholders' meeting in Owerri, Uzodimma urged members to align with the party's decisions and accept the outcomes in good faith to ensure victory in the 2027 general elections.

We must work harder to ensure that President Bola Tinubu gets a huge number of votes from this state in the coming election as a show of gratitude for his sterling performance and, especially, for his goodwill towards the state and the South-East. It is to the credit of His Excellency, President Bola Tinubu, that I have changed the face of Imo State for the better.

โ€” Hope UzodimmaEmphasizing the need to support President Tinubu's re-election bid.

The governor stressed the importance of strengthening the South-East's position in national politics. He stated that securing overwhelming support for President Bola Tinubu from Imo State in the next election would enhance the region's political bargaining power. Uzodimma also praised President Tinubu for supporting his vision for Imo State's development, citing significant infrastructural and social renewal as evidence of the President's goodwill.

"We must work harder to ensure that President Bola Tinubu gets a huge number of votes from this state in the coming election as a show of gratitude for his sterling performance and, especially, for his goodwill towards the state and the South-East," Uzodimma said. "It is to the credit of His Excellency, President Bola Tinubu, that I have changed the face of Imo State for the better."

Now that the primaries have come and gone, I warmly congratulate all those who emerged as candidates of our great party. To those who were not fortunate this time, I appeal for patience and understanding.

โ€” Chief Austin OnyedebeluCongratulating candidates and addressing unsuccessful aspirants.

APC State Chairman Chief Austin Onyedebelu commended aspirants for their sportsmanship and loyalty. He congratulated the successful candidates and appealed to those who were unsuccessful to remain patient and respect the party's decision. Onyedebelu also praised Governor Uzodimma for providing leadership that ensured peaceful primaries and commended party members for their discipline.

In every political contest, there can only be one winner.

โ€” Chief Austin OnyedebeluAcknowledging the nature of political competition.
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