- Okorocha denies making the statement attributed to him.
- His media aide claims his political enemies are behind the fake news.
- Okorocha reaffirms his commitment to the APC.
Okorocha Rejects Damning APC Criticism!
Rochas Okorocha, the former governor of Imo State, is hitting back against claims that he slammed the APC in a viral social media post. The post quoted him as saying the APC was only interested in “hijacking power at all costs.” But Okorocha says that wasn’t him!
According to a statement released by his media aide, Sam Onwuemeodo, Okorocha is denying ever making those comments. The statement accuses his political rivals of trying to tarnish his image with fake news. They claim that Okorocha’s detractors are constantly trying to bring him down, even years after he left office as governor and senator.
Political Enemies at Work?
The statement further alleges that these “haters” have been sleepless, cooking up stories to discredit Okorocha. They supposedly fabricated the quote about the APC and spread it online, hoping to damage his reputation.
Okorocha’s team is adamant that he would never make such a statement, especially not in the way it was presented. They pointed out that the original post didn’t specify when or where he supposedly said it.
Okorocha Stands Firm with APC
Despite the controversy, Okorocha insists he’s staying put in the APC. As one of the party’s founding members, he says he’s committed to its success. He claims the statement was created by those who are jealous of his popularity and political influence.
Okorocha’s statement calls on the public to disregard the fake news and any future attempts to smear his name. They believe his enemies will continue to try and attack him, but Okorocha will always be on the side of truth and justice.
Flashback: Okorocha’s Role in APC’s Formation
Okorocha’s team reminded everyone of his crucial role in forming the APC. He was the only sitting governor from the South East who joined the merger that created the party back in 2013. This was a risky move at the time, and he faced a lot of criticism for it.
Despite the backlash, Okorocha remained committed to the APC, and he even became the first Chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum. His dedication to the party is well-documented, and his team believes this latest controversy is just another attempt to rewrite history and undermine his contributions.
The Bottom Line
Okorocha is denying the damaging statement and is blaming his political opponents. He maintains that he remains a committed member of the APC. Whether or not the public believes him remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the political drama in Nigeria is never dull!