The All Progressives Congress (APC), Abia State Chapter has raised fresh alarm over plans by the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, to rig the forthcoming general elections in the state.
Igbere TV reports that the party called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), security agencies and other stakeholders to ensure a free, fair and credible general election.
According to the secretary of the APC in Abia state, Barrister Perfect Okorie, top chieftains of the People’s Democratic Party (APC) in the state have been boosting of their personal relationships with the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) of INEC, in Abia state, Mr. Joseph Ilo.
The scribe, while urging political parties not to manipulate the electoral process, admonished the electorate to be vigilant, adding that the era of rigging and violence was over in Abia state.
Speaking with stakeholders of the party in Igbere on Friday, Okorie, stressed that APC will come out victorious in the forthcoming elections.
He said, “in the past, elections were rigged by the PDP in Abia state.
” The PDP is jittery because of the unpopularity of the PDP led Abia state government.
“The people will resist any form of violence, intimidation and manipulation before, during and after the poll.
” The APC based on its ideals will continue to champion the cause of good governance anchored on probity, transparency and accountability.
“The APC candidates are people with intimidating and unbeatable pedigree and as such, the party is sure of victory”
While advising the REC in Abia state to stay clear of any political party, the Secretary cautioned stakeholders against violating the tenets of democracy , adding that the PDP’s antics of vote-buying and rigging will be vehemently resisted by voters.
Meanwhile, Igbere TV had reported that a Coalition Of South East Youths For Buhari accused Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu of planning to rig the 2019 general elections in Abia.
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