Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Saturday advised the Imo State governor, Rochas Okorocha not to be deterred by criticism of his performance.

Mr Obasanjo gave the advice at the wedding of the governor’s first daughter, Uloma, and husband, Uche Nwosu, at the Holy Cross Catholic Church, Aladinma, Owerri.



Mr Nwosu is the Imo Commissioner for Lands and Survey


The former president, who said Mr Okorocha was bound to receive criticisms, urged him to remain focused on the programmes and policies of his administration aimed at developing the state.

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He reminded the governor that the more good he did, the more criticisms he would attract, citing Jesus Christ as an example. The former president noted that Jesus was an epitome of goodness, yet he was crucified by his enemies.

He commended Mr Okorocha for believing in and preaching the unity of the country, an attitude he said was the hallmark of a progressive leader.

Earlier, Mr Okorocha stressed the need for unity in the country, adding that the support he had received from people from all parts the country showed that Nigerians were becoming more united.

“I received supports and gifts from almost all the governors, including those that were represented. In fact, Nigeria is matching forward and very soon we will become the greatest nation in mankind if we continue like this,” he said

Jokers in the pack.

I know we have a fool as a governor,but didn't realize he has steped up the act.he should come to the north and see how igbos are killed on daily bases.And he is there taking rubish.Saboture

And why shouldn't he mind his critics ?......is he perfect?

I'm getting sick and tired of Rochas' personality and family affairs being the centre of attention and the main newsmaker in Imo state; i don't give a fuc/k about his daughters wedding or developments in or around gov't house.....i want to see being built- urban/rural roads, new schools (besides just the one we see built in Owerri), hospitals and clinics, gardens/parks.....and i want to read stories of Public/Private initiatives in tourism, transportation, infrastructure, etc.

Not2bee: I know we have a fool as a governor,but didn't realize he has steped up the act.he should come to the north and see how igbos are killed on daily bases.And he is there taking rubish.Saboture

(not2bee)why can't you choose (not2be) a fo_ool. Did he ask anybody to go and stay permanently in the north?