30/11/2023
INSPECTION OF VOTING MATERIALS: LABOUR PARTY CAUGHT WITH FORGED CERTIFIED TRUE COPY(CTC) OF INEC DOCUMENTS.
The Imo State chapter of the Labour Party (LP) was caught today with a forged Certified True Copy of INEC BVAS document at the ongoing inspection of voting materials at the INEC office in Owerri
That marked the climax of the desperate attempts of the opposition party in Imo State, LP, and her candidate, Sen. Athan Achonu, to undermine the credibility of the November 11th governorship election in Imo State.
The ill-fated attempt by the LP to present a false document as a certified true copy of the BVAS (Biometric Voter Accreditation System) was brought to light during the inspection of the CTC, by vigilant APC agents who discovered that the LP had smuggled in a false document, in clear violation of the court order that granted them access to inspect the CTC. This deceitful act is a clear indication of the lengths the LP is willing to go to in order to upturn the people's will in the last governorship election through fraudulent means.
It is alarming to see the desperate moves of LP and Sen. Athan Achonu, as they attempt to deceive the people of Imo State and tarnish the integrity of the electoral process. Imolites must condemn these actions in one voice and stand against any form of manipulation or deceit in the political landscape of the state. It is imperative that the LP adheres to the rule of law and respects the democratic process, rather than resorting to underhanded tactics to achieve their political ambitions.
At this point, it is crucial for LP to understand that the state has transitioned to the governance phase, and the time for politicking and manipulation has passed. The people have spoken through the ballot, and the declared winner of the governorship election, Gov. Hope Uzodimma, deserves to be respected and supported in his efforts to lead the state. LP's attempt to undermine INEC and the legitimate winner of the election is not only unethical but also a disservice to the people of Imo State.
Instead of engaging in a futile attempt to smear the integrity of INEC and the elected governor, LP and her candidate should desist from desperate and unlawful acts aimed at scoring cheap points and gaining popularity. It is evident that the people of Imo State have rejected the party and its candidate long before now, and their deceitful actions will only further alienate them from the electorate. It is time for LP to accept the will of the people and contribute positively to the development and progress of Imo State, rather than resorting to dishonest and fraudulent practices.
