Ganduje Backs Okorocha, Revealing APC's Internal Divisions
Abdullahi Ganduje, a former national chairman of the APC, visited Rochas Okorocha following a Federal High Court judgment that recognized Okorocha as the APC's Imo West senatorial candidate. This visit has sparked questions regarding the internal cohesion of the APC ahead of the 2027 elections.
The Imo APC maintains that Governor Hope Uzodimma is its candidate and plans to contest the court ruling. Ganduje publicly endorsed Okorocha's victory as deserved, which raises speculation about potential political realignments within the ruling party.
The situation is further complicated by Uzodimma's strategic importance in President Bola Tinubu's political framework. Ganduje's support for Okorocha could inadvertently bolster factions opposing Uzodimma, including those linked to Nyesom Wike, who aims to prevent Uzodimma from becoming Senate President.
This incident highlights the competing interests within the APC and poses the question of whether the party can resolve these divisions before they impact electoral outcomes.
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