Contrary to the belief that Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha wants to go to the Senate to help develop his senatorial zone, the out-going governor has said that his Senate quest is to ensure that he is not forgotten in the minds of Imo people.

Okorocha made the disclosure last week Sunday while playing host to the traditional rulers of Orlu zone at his Orashi Resort, Ogboko, Ideato South Local Government Area the state.

Governor Okorocha, who later sent out some journalists during the meeting, said: “I call you to address you on my senatorial ambition. My interest borders on the fact I do not want to be forgotten by the people of the state. I still want to remain relevant in the scheme of things.”

However, while addressing his supporters during the flag-off of his campaign, Okorocha said: “I am also running for the seat because when I go to the Senate, I will attract a lot of things for Orlu people.

“You have seen what I have done as a governor. When I go the Senate, there will be a massive difference.”

Okorocha used the opportunity to tackle Senators Arthur Nzeribe and Osita Izunaso, accusing them of non-performance while in the Senate.

His words: “Please ask Osita Izunaso what he has been able to attract to Orlu zone for the four years he spent at the House of Representatives, and four years he spent as a Senator. Not even a bungalow was attracted to Orlu zone.”

One of the traditional rulers from Ideato South who spoke on the condition of anonymity described the Governor’s senate project as dead on arrival, wondering how a man who impoverished his people and took their lands would want them to vote for him.

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