The presidential primary of All Progressives Congress (APC) that was concluded on Wednesday afternoon has elicited a mixed grill. While for the aspirants of the Southeast, who lost to him, and indeed, the entire Southeast region, the two-day exercise was a reminder that the alleged marginalisation and injustices against the zone still persisted. This is because, as a party, the APC regarded itself as the symbol of justice and fairness, saying it distanced itself from politics of its rival, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The President’s two-day working visit to Ebonyi State last month provided opportunity for Igbo leaders to meet him, and even present their request for an Igbo president in 2023. Even when they met in Okorocha’s house, they did not come out with a consensus candidate to show that they were serious for an Igbo president.

Source: The Guardian June 10, 2022 10:39 UTC