The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) plans to withdraw from the local government election scheduled for October 5, 2024. The APC, led by Chief Tony Okocha, cites procedural irregularities and legal non-compliance as reasons for their stance. Okocha has announced that the party is seeking a court injunction to halt the election due to perceived flaws in the process.
At a recent meeting in Port Harcourt, Okocha criticized the electoral setup, claiming that the APC was excluded from crucial decisions and that the election process was not transparent. He emphasized that their Withdrawal is not due to a lack of candidates but to ensure that the electoral process meets legal standards and is fair. The APC is demanding that the process be revised to align with legal requirements before they will consider participating.