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From George Onyejiuwa,Owerri
Members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) under aegis of Oguta Unity Forum have rejected the chairmanship candidate ahead of the 21 September local government election.
They argued that the decision was a threat to the well established zoning arrangement in Oguta local government. The spokesperson for the stakeholders, Chief Kenneth Obi, alleged that the nomination of Ifeanyi Nnani as chairmanship candidate was against the zoning arrangement between the North and South of Oguta.
He said: “One “Hon. Ifeanyi Nnani, who hails from Oguta North, currently holds the same region’s position in the political equation, with the present House of Assembly member also from the North. However, this has sparked dissatisfaction among party members and residents in Oguta, particularly those from Oguta South, who feel marginalized by the move.
“We are calling on the leadership of the APC in Imo State never to jettison the age-long zoning arrangement in Oguta in the interest of peace and fair play in the LGA.”
Obi insisted that the move was against the stand of the Imo state governor, Hope Uzodimma, who had earlier assured party stakeholders of the importance of upholding zoning principles and promoting equity in the selection of candidates
He said: “All eyes are on Governor Uzodimma and the leadership of the APC in Imo State to resolve the issue in a manner that promotes fairness, equity, and peace in Oguta LGA. The governor’s ability to mediate this sensitive situation will be crucial in ensuring a peaceful and acceptable outcome for all parties involved.”
