Former Imo State Governor, Rt. Hon. Emeka Ihedioha has dismissed as “baseless” the claims circulating in political circles that he owns the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) and is working against the Imo State Power Project.
In a statement, , the former governor said the allegations were fabricated by individuals intent on stoking controversy. He stressed that he neither owns shares in EEDC nor sits on its board, adding that he has no influence whatsoever on the company’s operations or decisions.
Ihedioha described the insinuations as deliberate misinformation designed to distract the public from the real issues surrounding the state’s power development efforts. According to him, those promoting such narratives are “relying on fiction, not fact.”
The former governor, however, commended the Imo State Government for its ongoing power initiatives. He said any sincere attempt to improve electricity access and infrastructure in the state should be encouraged, regardless of political differences.
Reflecting on his tenure, Ihedioha noted that he established the Imo State Power and Rural Electrification Agency (IPOREA), which he described as the first structured institutional mechanism created to drive electricity development in the state.
He said IPOREA was designed to provide long-term stability and coordination for power solutions, adding that he remains proud of the foundation laid by his administration in that sector.
Ihedioha also highlighted his revival of the Ahiajoku Lecture Series after nearly a decade of inactivity, describing it as an important cultural and intellectual asset to the Imo people.
He expressed satisfaction that the current administration has continued the programme, saying such continuity strengthens the state’s cultural heritage and academic distinction.
Ihedioha reaffirmed his commitment to the development of Imo State, insisting that he will always support initiatives built on integrity, truth, and the collective progress of the people.
He maintained that his dedication to the state’s institutions, welfare, and long-term growth remains unwavering.
