- Former Inspector General of Police, Sir Mike Okiro, has withdrawn from the Ohanaeze Ndigbo presidential race due to a court order.
- The court order, issued by the Enugu State High Court, restrained Okiro from contesting the election based on allegations of non-indigene status.
- Okiro maintains that he is a true indigene of Rivers State, citing verifiable facts and documentation.
Sir Mike Okiro, a former Inspector General of Police, has announced his withdrawal from the Ohanaeze Ndigbo presidential race. This decision comes after a court order was served on him, restraining him from participating in the election ยน.
The court order, issued by the Enugu State High Court, alleged that Okiro is not a true indigene of Rivers State, where the position has been zoned. However, Okiro maintains that he is indeed a true indigene of Rivers State, citing verifiable facts and documentation, including his National Population Commission Attestation of Birth and affirmation from his traditional ruler, the Nzeobi of Egbema.
Okiro expressed his commitment to the rule of law and his decision to respect the court’s order, despite not being formally served with the suit or order. He has instructed his lawyers to pursue the case to its logical conclusion, ensuring that his fundamental rights are protected.
