Imo LG polls: APC officially releases candidates’ list one week to election

The All Progressives Congress, APC, Imo State chapter, has finally made public names of its candidates that will fly the party flag in the September 21, 2024, local government elections.

It said the names have been submitted to the Imo State Independent Electoral Commission (ISIEC).

In a press statement issued by its State publicity secretary, Cajetan Duke, he informed members and the general public that the primaries for the nomination of chairmanship and Councilor candidates have been concluded.

Duke said: “Any information circulating about harmonization to the list by any person or group, regardless of their standing in our party, should be disregarded and discountenanced.

“Our party is committed to upholding a transparent and credible electoral process, as assured by the leader of our party, His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma.

“We therefore urge our candidates and former aspirants to be vigilant and wary of mischievous elements that may attempt to sow discord or spread misinformation, that are capable of undermining the credibility and stability of our party.

“It is important to note that our party’s strength lies in its unity and commitment to the values that have brought us this far.”

He enjoined members to come together in order for the party to move forward with confidence and determination.

“We are poised to make a reasonable sacrifice to ensure the unity of our party and the success of the forthcoming elections, and we invite all our members and supporters to join us on this journey,” he added.