Hon. Ngozi Okolie, the member representing Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has announced his resignation from the Labour Party (LP), citing internal instability and lack of strategic direction within the party.
At a press briefing held at his country home in Asaba on Friday evening, Okolie declared his official exit from the Labour Party and announced his decision to join the All Progressives Congress (APC).
“I am no longer a member of the Labour Party,” he stated. “I don’t know what tomorrow will bring, but I believe this decision will bring progress and more good things to my people.”
Okolie, who gained political prominence under the LP banner, expressed deep dissatisfaction with the party’s state of affairs, both structurally and operationally.
“To be honest, the Labour Party is disorganised. There is no direction, and the problems are too many. I don’t think we can make progress in the National Assembly with all that confusion,” he said.
He emphasized that his defection to the APC was not a sudden move but a calculated decision driven by consultations with political allies and traditional institutions in Delta State.
“I spoke with many traditional rulers and people in my area before making this decision. Some people agreed with me, and some didn’t. But sometimes, a leader has to make tough decisions,” he explained.
Okolie also revealed that the move was supported by influential figures, including Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori and various traditional leaders, whom he described as instrumental in shaping his decision.
“So, instead of waiting for the Labour Party problem to be solved, which seems unending, I think it will be best to join the APC for the interest of my people,” he added.
His main motivation, he noted, is to secure more development for his constituents.
He highlighted his intention to leverage his new political alignment to deliver on infrastructure, education, and security.
“I have two years left as a lawmaker, and I want to use this time to do great things for Aniocha/Oshimili. I want to be remembered for the good things I did, not for staying in a party that was not working,” Hon. Okolie said.
