Imo West: 'We've reconciled' – Oshiomhole declares as Uzodinma, Okorocha meet, shake fingers [VIDEO]

Former Imo State governor Rochas Okorocha and his successor, Hope Uzodimma, have reportedly moved in direction of resolving their long-standing political variations forward of the 2027 common elections.

A video circulating on social media seems to indicate the 2 political figures exchanging pleasantries and shaking fingers within the presence of former Edo State governor, Adams Oshiomhole, who seemingly brokered the reconciliation.

During the encounter, Oshiomhole was heard declaring, “We’ve reconciled.”

The growth comes amid renewed political pressure between Okorocha and Uzodimma following a latest courtroom judgment in regards to the All Progressives Congress, APC, ticket for the Imo West Senatorial District.

The ruling reportedly favoured Okorocha, prompting robust reactions from Uzodimma’s camp.

Reacting to the judgment, Governor Uzodimma described Okorocha’s authorized victory as non permanent, accusing him of “chasing shadows” and indicating his intention to problem the choice on the appellate courtroom.

Several aides and representatives of the governor additionally rejected the courtroom’s resolution and questioned its end result.

On his half, Okorocha referred to as on Uzodimma and his supporters to respect the judiciary, warning in opposition to assaults on judges and criticism of courtroom selections.

The former governor additionally renewed his political criticisms of Uzodimma, together with allegations referring to forgery.

The newest encounter between the 2 politicians has subsequently raised expectations of a potential finish to their extended political rivalry, though neither camp has formally introduced a decision of their variations.

Watch the video beneath.