No Disagreement, Hostility With Uzodinma – Araraume

Former Senator representing Imo North District, Ifeanyi Araraume, has dismissed claims of a rift between between him and the Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma.

He described his relationship with Uzodinma as cordial and mutual.

NEWSNGR reports that he stated this in a disclaimer issued on Wednesday by his communications team.

“Any suggestion of disagreement, hostility or political friction between them exists only in the imagination of the authors of the false publications and should be disregarded,” the statement read.

He also dismissed a statement circulating on social media purportedly issued by him on the Imo North Senatorial primary, describing it as false, unauthorised and the handiwork of mischief makers.

Ararume said the publication was fabricated to mislead the public, distort his position and create unnecessary tension within the All Progressives Congress in Imo State.

The former lawmaker reaffirmed his loyalty to the APC, stressing that he remained “a steadfast, disciplined and committed member” of the ruling party.

According to the statement, Ararume is awaiting the party’s official position on the Imo North Senatorial primary and has not declared himself the APC candidate.

“As a firm believer in constitutional democracy and party supremacy, Senator Araraume is patiently awaiting the official position and final decision of the party regarding the Imo North Senatorial Primary,” the statement read.

It added that, contrary to claims contained in the alleged publication, Ararume “has not declared himself the party’s candidate and will only communicate through recognised and authorised channels.”