TheAccord Party (AP) has pledged to work with the Labour Party (LP) to ensure the re-election of Abia State governor, Alex Otti, whom it has endorsed for a second term.
The National Chairman of the AP, Professor Christopher Imumolen, made this known when he paid a courtesy visit to Governor Otti in the company of members of the National Working Committee and the State Working Committee.
Prof. Imumolen noted that Governor Otti has performed exceptionally and deserves to be commended and supported by all, irrespective of political party affiliation.
“For me, development is beyond party line. Once there is development, once there is progress, it’s important that the opposition should acknowledge it. Opposition should not only be there to criticize, but should also appreciate good leadership when they see one.
“So, we are here today to appreciate the governor, to thank him for what he is doing, and to also stand with him.
“We know election is drawing closer, and we are saying that, if he has done this much, we believe that as a party, we should stand with him, we should fight with him, and ensure that there is continuity, even after 2027.
“We are giving him all the support from the Accord Party from the National to our Abia State Chapter, because he has done so well as the Governor of Abia State. And the only way we can appreciate beyond words is to see that we support him and make sure that as a Party, we do everything possible to support and work for his re-election.
“Of course, we are going to work with the Governor, and we will align and work according to his leadership and directive to the party,” Prof. Imumolen stated.
He instructed the leadership of the Abia State chapter to mobilise members to support and work for the re-election of the governor.
Responding, Otti thanked the National Chairman and members of the National Working Committee of the Accord Party for their understanding of why political parties exist.
The governor further appreciated the fact that the party is interested in working together with him and assured that he would work together with the party too.
“The whole essence of politics is about the welfare of our people and security of our people.
“I want to assure you that we will also work together with you. We will work together both at the State and National levels.”