Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha and Chief Achike Udenwa, also a former governor of the state, yesterday cleared the air on the speculated leadership tussle in the state chapter of the All Progressive Congress (APC).
They maintained that they have been working closely to advance the party in the state and the entire South-East zone, adding that the rumour was a total lie.
Addressing newsmen shortly after the two day meeting that was brokered by some leaders of the party, Okorocha said the essence of the briefing was to clear the air on the alleged disunity in the party.
According to him, "The unity of our party has been signed, sealed and delivered and victory for our party come 2015 is assured."
He also announced the formation of the Elders Council of the Imo State chapter of the APC, which according to him, has Chief Udenwa as chairman, while Senator Osita Izunaso will serve as secretary.
Speaking in the same vein, Udenwa debunked insinuations that he was at loggerhead with the governor, describing it as a complete lie.
The former governor, restated the position of the governor that there was no division in the party as all the leaders are operating on the same page.
He added, "We are here to redefine leadership to Nigerians. As for Imo State, there is only one united APC. It is the only political party with structures down to the ward level.
"We urge you all to join us as we are hoisting a new flag in Imo State."
According to Udenwa, "APC will retain its government in Imo State and will go on to install an APC government at the federal level in 2015.
"We have given the PDP opportunity since 1999 till date to make an impact but unfortunately, there have been no change in the living standard of Nigerians. Now is the time for change and it beckons the APC."
Also at the peace parley were the Imo State Deputy Governor, Eze Madumere, Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Hon.Benjamin Uwajumogu, Col. Lambert Iheanacho, Hon. Uche Onyeagucha, Senator Osita Izunaso, Chief Mike Ahamba (SAN), among others.
