Imo politician, Prince Bob Njemanze, has advocated for the Okigwe Zone to produce the next governor of Imo State, citing the Charter of Equity.
Njemanze emphasized that Okigwe Zone has already served one term and deserves another term to ensure Owerri Zone completes its two terms of eight years.
He cautioned that failing to support Okigwe Zone may lead to an alliance between Okigwe and Orlu Zones, potentially depriving Owerri Zone of the governorship seat, according to Daily Post.
Njemanze suggested that backing an Okigwe candidate, who is ineligible for a second term, presents the most straightforward solution.
This development highlights the ongoing discussions around political zoning in Imo State, as stakeholders seek to ensure equitable representation and balance in the state’s political landscape.
“My statement was very straight and factual.The first choice is Owerri Zone, but how do we realize it? If we do not recognize that Okigwe has much right as we do and we generate a situation where Okigwe Zone comes fully blast into the contest, they will achieve an understanding with Orlu which will cost Owerri the seat.
“So,it will either be that Okigwe person takes the seat or Orlu person takes it.
“I said in my last interview that our best option without mincing words, is since Okigwe has a candidate that is constitutionally stopped from a second tenure why don’t we interface with them and agree to have just that one? I felt that was the easiest bargain we would make,” he stated.
