Imo East Senator Ezenwa Onyewuchi has officially crossed over from the Labour Party to the All Progressives Congress (APC), marking a significant shift in the political landscape of Imo State. The announcement came on Tuesday during a session in the Senate, where President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, confirmed the defection.
Onyewuchi’s move was driven by what he described as an internal ‘crisis’ within the Labour Party, which led to his decision to align with APC. His defection not only reflects the turbulent state of affairs within the Labour Party but also signifies a notable realignment of political loyalties in the region.
Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma, along with a group of APC members, was present at the Senate to support and witness the transition. This defection is expected to impact the dynamics of political representation in Imo East, potentially strengthening APC’s influence in the state.
As the political landscape evolves, the shift of Onyewuchi is likely to have broader implications for both the Labour Party and the APC, setting the stage for new political strategies and alignments in the coming months.
