FORMER ANAMBRA CHIEF WHIP DEFECTS FROM APC TO ADC, BACKS PETER OBI FOR 2027

A former Chief Whip of the Anambra State House of Assembly and representative for Dunukofia Constituency, Lawrence Ezeudu, has officially defected from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The defection was formalized during a brief event at Ezeudu’s home in Umanugwo village, Ifitedunu, where he submitted a letter to ADC Chairman of Ifitedunu Ward 2, Lawrence Akoba.

The move comes after months of political tensions within the APC. Ezeudu stated that internal disputes and divisions made it difficult for the party to function effectively at both local and state levels. “Internal disputes and divisions in the APC prompted my decision to leave,” Ezeudu explained, adding that joining the ADC will give him a better platform to serve his constituency and contribute to the state, the South-East, and the country.

He expressed full support for the ADC’s national leadership and the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, ahead of the 2027 elections. Ezeudu described the ADC as a movement that seeks accountable leadership. “My move aims to bring progress and development to Ifitedunu, Dunukofia LGA, and Anambra State as a whole,” he said.

At the event, ADC Ward Chairman Lawrence Akoba welcomed Ezeudu to the party, naming him the leader of ADC in Dunukofia. “We are confident that the party will achieve success in the 2027 elections,” Akoba stated, noting that Ezeudu’s defection strengthens the party in the region.

The event was attended by political supporters and stakeholders from APC, APGA, and the Labour Party, many of whom also pledged their support for the ADC. Ezeudu’s departure from the APC is linked to ongoing internal crises and leadership issues within the party. His move is expected to boost the ADC’s influence in Dunukofia and across Anambra State as the party prepares for the 2027 elections with Peter Obi as its potential presidential candidate.