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A former Imo State Governor Ikedi Ohakim, has denied rumours linking him to the next President-General position of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo, a leading Igbo socio-cultural organization.
Ohakim stressed that he has no interest in pursuing the role and is currently focused on the burial of the late President-General, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu.
In a statement he personally signed, the ex-governor said, “I have no knowledge of any plans to elect or appoint me as the next President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo. No individual or group has contacted me, neither have I expressed interest in the position.”
His response follows widespread reports suggesting that certain factions were attempting to position him as the successor to Iwuanyanwu, who passed away recently.
Ohakim expressed frustration at being inundated with calls for clarification as the reports circulated widely across media outlets.
He urged the public to respect the memory of the late Iwuanyanwu, noting that this is a time for mourning, not politicking.
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