Imo state Governor, Owelle Rochas Okorocha has warned Igbos in Lagos to vote massively for the All Progressives Congress on Saturday because the party has the power to make life unbearable for Igbos in the state.
Okorocha while speaking to the press in Imo state capital, Owerri said “Igbos should not portray themselves as ungrateful people, the only way they can show appreciation is by massively voting for APC the party that has protected their lives and properties over these years.
“The Lagos state government led by APC has the capacity to make life unbearable for all Igbo traders and resident in Lagos if they so wish. So you see, the Oba was figurative in his speech not necessarily that Igbos will be drowned in Lagoons.”
Meanwhile President Elect, Maj. Gen. Muhammadu Buhari has urged Igbos in Lagos to forgive Oba Rilwan Akiolu and move on.
Buhari during a rally in the state said “I admire what your governor has done in terms of mobilising revenue to sustain Lagos development. I have a lot of respect for Governor Fashola for his hard work, commitment to the state and the country.
“There is no doubt that Lagos is a mini-Nigeria. We are all here and it has been mentioned by previous speakers that everybody (tribe) is adequately represented in Lagos.
“So, I assure you. If you vote for the continuity of APC in Lagos, you stand to gain more. It is in your interest that you vote for the APC.”