“My Successor May Not Be as Religious and God-Fearing as I Am” – Gov Uzodimma

Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has expressed concern that his successor may not share his religious convictions and God-fearing values. He made the remarks on Wednesday while receiving a delegation of leaders from the Owerri Zone at the Government House in Owerri.

Uzodimma stressed the importance of a transparent and democratic process in selecting his successor. He highlighted the Imo Charter of Equity, which he initiated to promote inclusivity and fairness in the rotation of power among the state’s three zones, emphasizing that the charter serves as a guiding principle rather than an automatic ticket to leadership.

“The Charter of Equity is not a slogan for confusion. It is a document to remind us of the imbalance in the system and see how best to correct it. But it must work hand in hand with democratic processes. You must join me now for us to cure this confusion. If we don’t, the man coming after me may not be as religious and God-fearing as I am,” he said.

Uzodimma’s comments come amid ongoing discussions about succession and the application of the Charter of Equity to ensure balanced political representation across the state.