Frontline governorship aspirant of the All Progressive Grand Alliance, APGA, Imo state Capt Emma Ihenacho has stated that he still stands top most among those seeking to replace the incumbent Owelle Rochas Okorocha in Government House, Owerri.
Capt Ihenacho said that considering his rich pedigree in transforming the economy as a business expert and industrialist, he possesses the magic wand to redesign the economic and political fortunes of the state.
The Emekuku-Owerri North-born Master Mariner noted that he is into business of politics to salvage the people of the state as well as inculcate measures capable of taking the state to greater heights.
Capt Ihenacho promised to use his wealth of experience and exposure in developed clines to make Imo the best place to be, if given opportunity to serve.
Contrary to insinuations and wrong believe in certain quarters about his approach to issues, Capt Ihenacho disclosed that he is tolerant but does not give room for people to abuse certain privileges adding that his training as a mariner which involves regimentary lifestyle informs his disciplinary approach to issues. On age barrier raised as regards his guber ambition Capt Ihenacho was of the view that his being 62 year old is not a hindrance. According to him many leaders and state governors were above 62 when they took over reins of power. Capt Ihenacho further revealed that former Imo state governor, Late Evan Enwerem was above his age when he was governor of the state.
On why he dumped PDP, Capt Ihenacho revealed that the need to seek Imo governorship with a party close to the interest of Ndigbo formed his decision to change party.
