Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha had on Tuesday formally expressed his decision to join the yet-to-be registered All Progressives Congress, APC.
Reports says that Okorocha made the declaration at a rally in Owerri as part of activities marking his two years in office.
Okorocha said that his intention of joining APC was to ensure that the people continue to benefit from the dividends of democracy under his administration.
He explained that APGA had engaged in the merger and not in alliance with any party, noting that a two party system was good for the country’s democracy.
The Governor told the crowd that came to witness his declaration that the state had witnessed more development in two years than in the past 12 years, adding that APC would bring the state closer to the “federal eye”.
Seven state Governors were present at the rally to show solidarity with Governor Okorocha.
Speaking at the occasion, Governor Babatunde Fashola of Lagos state commended Okorocha for his bold move, describing APC as the solution to the numerous challenges facing the country.
Governor Umaru Al-Makura of Nasarawa described the Governor as a true democrat who would not relent in delivering the dividends of democracy to his people and urged them to support Okorocha.
On his part, Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti observed that Okorocha had brought some noticeable changes in the state, saying he would through the APC bring more transformation.
Similarly, Governor Adams Oshiomole of Edo and Governor Rauf Aregbesola of Osun congratulated Okorocha on his achievements, noting that the rally was to create awareness and sensitize the people on the need to support the merger.
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