Ex-Anambra lawmaker joins ADC, leaves APC over leadership issues
A former Chief Whip and representative of Dunukofia constituency, Lawrence Ezeudu, has left the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Anambra State. Ezeudu announced his decision during a ceremony at his residence, citing ongoing crises and poor leadership within the APC. He emphasized that the ADC aligns better with his political convictions and offers greater opportunities to serve his community. The defection event was attended by several political figures and supporters from multiple parties.
What we know
- Lawrence Ezeudu defected from the APC to the ADC, citing deepening crisis and poor leadership within the APC at both local and state levels.
- His defection was announced in a letter to the ADC Chairman of Ifitedunu Ward 2, Lawrence Akoba, during a ceremony at Ezeudu's residence.
- Ezeudu expressed his intention to support Peter Obi and work towards a new vision for Nigeria through the ADC.
- The ADC Chairman, Lawrence Akoba, officially welcomed Ezeudu and promised to deliver his ward to the ADC in the forthcoming 2027 general election and beyond.
- The event was attended by notable figures including Chief Nduibusi Nwobu, Prof. Stella Okuna, Patrick Obianyo, Dr Francis Asokwu, and supporters from the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APC, and Labour Party.
