Wike: If You Remove The Name Of Senator Hope Uzodinma From The Ballot, There Will Be Chaos — Emeana

In an interview on Channels TV on Friday, October 30, 2026, Ray Emeana, Director-General of the Ahiajoku Centre in Imo State, discussed the controversy surrounding Governor Hope Uzodinma and the dispute over the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial ticket for Imo West.

Emeana expressed concern about the possible consequences of excluding Uzodinma from the senatorial contest. He argued that the dispute had attracted significant political attention in Imo State and warned that decisions affecting the governor’s candidacy could create further tension among political supporters and party members.

Speaking during the interview, Emeana stated, “If you remove the name of Senator Hope Uzodinma from the ballot, there will be chaos.” He made the statement while discussing the political implications of the disagreement over the APC senatorial primary and the interests of those involved.

His remarks came amid conflicting positions concerning the rightful candidate for the Imo West senatorial seat. A Federal High Court judgment reportedly recognized former governor Rochas Okorocha as the winner of the APC primary, while the Imo State chapter of the party questioned the ruling and maintained its position regarding Uzodinma’s candidacy.

The disagreement has raised questions about internal democracy, compliance with party procedures, and the role of the judiciary in resolving disputes over nominations. It has also intensified political discussions about the influence of prominent figures within the APC and their competing interests ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Emeana’s warning underscored his concerns about the potential impact of the dispute on political stability in Imo State. However, the possibility of chaos remains his assessment rather than an established outcome.

He concluded that the controversy surrounding Uzodinma’s candidacy required careful handling, stressing the importance of resolving the disagreement through lawful procedures to prevent further political tension and protect the party’s unity ahead of the forthcoming elections.

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