Okorocha Declared Winner of APC Primary for Imo West

On October 29, a Federal Capital Territory High Court ruled that Rochas Okorocha won the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the Imo West Senatorial District. This ruling exacerbates the ongoing legal conflict between Okorocha and incumbent Governor Hope Uzodimma regarding the party's senatorial ticket.

The court determined that Okorocha received the majority of votes in the primary and should be recognized as the winner. Following the ruling, Okorocha stated on Channels Television's Politics Today that his candidacy would contribute to President Bola Tinubu's success in the 2027 presidential election.

He expressed willingness to lead Tinubu's campaign efforts in Imo, emphasizing the need for strategic political calculations among Igbo voters. Okorocha criticized Uzodimma, claiming he had "met his Waterloo" and alleged that the court found Uzodimma's documents to be forged.

The APC has not publicly commented on the court's decision, and further legal proceedings are anticipated before the 2027 elections.