OWERRI, NIGERIA — Former Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha, has asked his successor, Hope Uzodimma, to caution his aides against attacking the judiciary over a court judgment.
Okorocha made the call on Tuesday in a statement issued in Owerri. He said the aides’ actions were undermining the integrity of the judiciary.
The Court Judgment
The statement followed a recent court judgment regarding the APC primary in Imo State. The court had ruled on a dispute arising from the primary election.
Okorocha said the judgment should be respected. He said the judiciary remains the last hope of the common man.
Call for Restraint
Okorocha urged Uzodimma to call his aides to order. He said their attacks on the judiciary were unacceptable.
“The judiciary is a critical institution. We must respect its decisions. I urge the governor to caution his aides,” Okorocha said.
What This Means
The development highlights the tension within the Imo State APC. It also underscores the importance of respecting the judiciary.
The call from Okorocha is significant. It shows that he is concerned about the integrity of the judiciary.
What Happens Next
Uzodimma has not yet responded to Okorocha’s call. The state government has also not issued a statement.
For now, the focus is on ensuring that the judiciary is respected. The coming days will reveal whether the governor will act on the call.
