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New Date For Labour Party Imo Governorship Primary Emerge

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Apr 10, 2023

New Date For Labour Party Imo Governorship Primary Emerge

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The governorship primary of the Labour Party in Imo State will now hold on Saturday, April 15, 2023.

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The Chairman of the Labour Party Management Committee, Imo State, Prof. Ukachukwu Awuzie disclosed this to journalists in Owerri, Monday evening.

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Awuzie noted that the national leadership of the party directed that the primary, which had initially been scheduled for Thursday, April 13, be moved to the new date.

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He stated that the ward delegates' election will now take place on Thursday, April 13, to produce the delegates that will participate in the primary.

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Awuzie said the Ward Secretary, Ward Woman Leader and a member of a support group will make up the electoral committee for the ward congress, adding that they will be sent to another ward to conduct the election to avoid undue interference.

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Awuzie submitted that Option A4 will be used for the primary to ensure transparency and fair play.

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He warned those planning to engage in vote buying to rethink or risk disqualification.

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"We will not tolerate vote buying or oath-taking as it used to be. Anybody engaging in bribing delegates will be disqualified. We will ensure transparency, fair play and a level playing ground for all aspirantsÔÇØ, Awuzie stated.

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