A chieftain of the  All Progressives Congress (APC) and 2027 Imo State gubernatorial aspirant, Hon. Charles Orie, has extended a warm welcome to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his visit to Imo State, describing the trip as “an affirmation that Imo is safe, open for business, and fully aligned with the renewed progress and vision” of the administration.

In a statement in the early hours of Tuesday, Orie also commended Governor Hope Uzodimma for what he called “remarkable achievements over the past six years,” noting that the governor’s policies had “repositioned Imo State for growth and stability.”

“Governor Uzodimma has laid out strategic plans and consistently implemented policies to ensure that Ndi Imo enjoy the dividends of democracy. I am proud to acknowledge that he has remained faithful to those plans and has delivered with distinction,” Orie said.

He further praised the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) under Tinubu’s leadership, pointing to reforms in energy, infrastructure, agriculture, and industrialisation.

According to him, the administration had “set the tone for renewed hope” while also driving investment in the digital economy, youth employment, and small and medium-scale enterprises.

“These gains, though accompanied by understandable challenges, are laying a strong foundation for sustainable growth, prosperity, and a brighter future for all Nigerians,” Orie added.

As the President begins his engagements in the state, Orie expressed prayers for a successful visit. “May your journey back home be safe, and may your leadership continue to bring unity, peace, and prosperity to our nation,” he said.