Imo State Douglass House: What the Gladiators Have Planned
The race for Imo State’s Douglas House is heating up as various candidates prepare for the gubernatorial election scheduled for November 11, 2023.
Key contenders include Senator Samuel Anyanwu of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and Senator Athan Achonu of the Labour Party (LP), both of whom have expressed their commitment to addressing the severe insecurity that has plagued the state.
Anyanwu is confident that the PDP will secure victory, highlighting efforts to reunify the party and rally support ahead of the election.
He has emphasized the urgent need to restore security and economic stability in Imo, which he claims is becoming increasingly dangerous​.
Achonu has also made security a focal point of his campaign, criticizing the incumbent governor, Hope Uzodinma of the All Progressives Congress (APC), for his handling of the rising violence.
He has vowed to prioritize the restoration of peace and security if elected​.
The election campaign is further complicated by the ongoing security issues in the region, with recent attacks raising concerns about safety during the election.
In response, the military plans to deploy over 2,300 soldiers to ensure a secure environment on election day.
