Former Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha has spoken about his role in establishing the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo State, maintaining that he continues to enjoy significant support among members of the party.
Okorocha made the remarks on Thursday during an interview on Arise Television's Prime Time, where he responded to questions about the party's leadership and organisational structure in the state.
During the interview, the former governor maintained that his contributions to building the APC in Imo State remained significant, despite differing claims about who currently leads the party.
"I remain the dominant APC figure in Imo State. Nobody can take my place. I built this party with my blood and sweat, and the people are still with me," Okorocha stated.
Okorocha Discusses APC's Organisational Structure
The former governor said he played a major role in developing the party's structure in Imo State and expressed confidence in the support he believes he continues to receive from its members.
He also criticised claims by other groups regarding control of the party's organisational structure, arguing that his contributions to its development should not be overlooked.
Okorocha alleged that individuals aligned with Governor Hope Uzodimma were attempting to take control of the party's structure through propaganda. He maintained that his understanding of the party's organisation differed from the claims made by rival groups.
The former governor, however, did not provide further details in the supplied report to substantiate the allegation.
Former Governor Responds to Leadership Claims
Okorocha also said he was not concerned by competing claims about leadership within the Imo State chapter of the APC.
He expressed confidence that subsequent developments would clarify the situation, maintaining that his political contributions and relationship with party members remained important factors in the discussion.
His comments come amid differing positions over party leadership and organisational influence in Imo State.
The question of who exercises leadership within a political party can involve several factors, including party rules, recognised leadership structures and decisions taken by the party's authorised organs.
A definitive assessment of the competing claims would require confirmation from the relevant party authorities and any applicable official records.
As political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections continue, questions surrounding party organisation and leadership are likely to remain subjects of public discussion.
