Governor Hope Uzodimma has emerged as the governorship candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo state ahead of the 2023 general elections. The party’s primary election was held at the Ndubuisi Kanu Square in Owerri, the Imo state capital on Friday, and Uzodimma was declared the winner by the Chairman of the Imo State Governorship Primary Election Committee, Rear Admiral William Kayoda (rtd).
Uzodimma, who polled 63,618 votes after the party adopted the direct primaries mode of election, has promised to redouble his efforts in tackling insecurity and delivering good governance to the people of Imo State if re-elected. In his acceptance speech, the governor expressed optimism about winning the November exercise and vowed not to disappoint the people of the state if elected for a second term.
Here are some of the key points to take away from Uzodimma’s emergence as the APC governorship candidate in Imo state:
- Uzodimma emerges victorious: Governor Hope Uzodimma emerged as the winner of the APC primary election in Imo state after polling 63,618 votes. This gives him the mandate to represent the party in the forthcoming governorship election in the state.
- The direct primaries mode of election: The APC adopted the direct primaries mode of election in Imo state, which allowed party members to vote for their preferred candidate. This mode of election is seen as more transparent and democratic than other methods.
- Uzodimma promises to redouble his efforts: In his acceptance speech, Uzodimma promised to redouble his efforts in tackling insecurity and delivering good governance to the people of Imo State if re-elected. This is a key promise that will resonate with the electorate, especially given the current security challenges facing the state.
- Optimism about winning the November exercise: Uzodimma expressed optimism about winning the November exercise, and this is a positive sign for the APC. Winning the governorship election in Imo state will be crucial for the party as it seeks to maintain its stronghold in the region.
Imo 2023 Guber:
Uzodimma’s emergence as the APC governorship candidate in Imo state is a significant development ahead of the 2023 general elections. His promise to redouble his efforts in tackling insecurity and delivering good governance to the people of Imo state if re-elected is a key campaign message that will resonate with the electorate. The APC will be hoping that Uzodimma’s optimism about winning the November exercise is well-founded and that the party can maintain its stronghold in the region.