The participation of Governor Rochas Okorocha of Imo State in the merger talks that led to the formation of All Progressive Congress (APC) has been applauded by members of the state executive and his political associates who described the move as visionary and timely.

The members unanimously expressed their support to Okorocha and endorsed the new mega party in an affirmative voice vote after the governor briefed them on the matter during a close-door meeting with political appointees and associates which took place at the Sam Mbakwe Expanded Council Chamber over the weekend. While throwing more light on his participation, Okorocha was said to have expressed satisfaction and optimism that APC would provide a formidable platform that will enthrone good governance at all levels in the country in 2015.

The governor, according to sources, carpeted the ruling Peoples Party (PDP) for failing to address the socio-economic problems that have continued to slow down the development of Nigeria for 14 years the party has ruled the country.

Fielding questions from journalists, the Special Assistant to the Governor on Media, Mr. Ebere Uzoukwa, who also attended, described the meeting as fruitful and a significant step towards making APC a household name in Imo and South East.

He said, “You know that Governor Owelle Rochas Okorocha since this week has been in Abuja following his deep involvement in the formation of the first ever mega party in the country comprising the four leading opposition parties including our party, APGA. As a leader, the governor deemed it necessary to brief members of the state expanded executive and other political associates on his participation and the level of progress so far made in building a very strong platform that will wrest power from PDP in 2015. In fact, we applauded his vision in making sure that the South East is fully represented in the party. The governor’s bold step has no doubt given hope to the people of South East who are presently marginalized by the PDP”.

On the challenges posed by the crisis rocking APGA in respect to the merger, Uzoukwa said, “The real APGA people otherwise known as APGA-APGA are part of the merger while the APGA-PDP led by our brother, the Anambra State governor, will join later.”

We really understand his predicament and as an appointee of President Goodluck Jonathan, you do not expect him to declare open support to whatever move that is targeted at sacking the PDP. “

_The governor’s media aide added that having secured the support of his political associates, Okorocha who is charged with the responsibility of coordinating the activities of the party in the South East has commenced putting the necessary structures on ground towards strengthening the party for victory ahead of future elections in the zone.

“As I am speaking with you, Okorocha, who no doubt is a beautiful bride in the merger considering his popularity in the North and West and the massive support he has continued to enjoy in the South East, has started consultation with other leaders and progressives from the zone. “Then considering the achievement of the governor in the bid to rescue Imo State vis-a-vis the fact that he remains a brand well respected by the Igbos owing to his uncommon leadership qualities, APC will definitely win Anambra in 2014 and other South East states in 2015” Uzoukwa said.


http://dailyindependentnig.com/2013/02/imo-executive-backs-okorocha-on-apc/

Am from the north. but for real this rojas of a guy is dining with the devil. this steps he and his rubber stamp executive has taken will get their fingers burnt sooner than later. From my understanding of APGA, Peter Obi actually made Rochas what he is today by giving him ticket instead of Agbaso and subsequently gave him support against Ohakim and rest of them. what an ingrate!

The thread is moronically titled or captioned. It is should have read “Rochas Okorocha’s appointees in Imo State back him on APC.

We were not expecting them to do otherwise...

Who dem wan back before? Is Rochas not their employer. The thread topic tried to make it seem like they don't work for Rochas.