Okorocha slams Uzodimma, vows ‘Rainbow Coalition’ for Tinubu

Former Imo Governor Rochas Okorocha has dismissed Hope Uzodimma as an opportunist, stating that Uzodimma lacks the political power to represent the Southeast. Okorocha also pointed out that Uzodimma is only recognized in the Aso Villa, as he does not enjoy the same level of popularity among Imo residents. During an interview, Okorocha commended a Federal High Court ruling on the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary in Imo West as a victory for the judiciary, democracy, and the Nigerian Constitution.

The judge's decision, however, was contested by Uzodimma, who was declared the winner by the party and recognized by INEC, who stated that official results showed Uzodimma had received 230,464 votes while Okorocha received 1,098. Okorocha filed a lawsuit in the Federal High Court in Abuja, questioning the legitimacy of INEC's recognition of Uzodimma as the party's candidate for the 2027 senatorial election, while also raising concerns about Uzodimma's eligibility to contest the election while still serving as governor.