In a major political shakeup just weeks before the November 8 governorship election in Anambra State, two members of the State House of Assembly have defected from the Labour Party (LP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The lawmakers, Hon. Paul Obu, representing Orumba North, and Hon. Pat Okafor, representing Onitsha North II, announced their switch on Thursday, dealing a significant blow to the Labour Party’s presence in the state legislature.
Their defection is being hailed by APC leaders as a sign of growing momentum and shifting allegiances ahead of the high-stakes election.
“The signs are becoming clearer with each passing day. These defections are just the beginning, more are coming,” an APC spokesperson said while welcoming the lawmakers.
Insider sources suggest that as many as 10 additional lawmakers are currently in discussions to join the APC in the coming days.
If confirmed, this wave of defections could dramatically alter the political balance in the Anambra State House of Assembly and give the APC a stronger foothold heading into the polls.
Political analysts view the move as part of the APC’s strategic efforts to position itself as a viable alternative in the state, where Governor Charles Soludo of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) is expected to defend his party’s dominance.
The Labour Party, which saw a surge in popularity during the last general election, appears to be losing ground rapidly.
