Kogi ex-governor, Idris breaks silence on ‘plot to impose’ son on PDP

Former Governor of Kogi State, Ibrahim Idris has finally denied planning to impose his son, Abubakar Idris as the next governor.

He said the allegation was malicious, spurious and wicked.

Idris gave his reaction in a statement issued on Friday in Lokoja by his Chief Press Secretary, Elesho Richard.

He explained that all he was interested in was to lead a credible opposition that would return the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to the Government House in the state.

Idris said his accusers failed “in their bid to blackmail him”.

The statement read: “Alhaji Idris is a successful businessman and respected politician with tremendous respect for democratic ethos, dialogue and team work, credentials that set aside his nine years in public office for unequalled peace, cohesion and development in the state.

“The former Governor does not believe in imposition of candidates, nor does he have power to impose his choices on others.

“He has repeatedly cautioned against it as an unjust practice and has consistently been working with other leaders to provide a level playing ground for all PDP aspirants in the state.”