The wave of resignations trailing the defection of Senator Kelvin Chizoba Chukwu from the Labour Party (LP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has continued, as another aide, Hon. Ekene Egbo, has formally stepped down from his role.
Egbo, who served as the Special Assistant on Nkanu West Matters, tendered his resignation in a letter addressed to the Senator through his Chief of Staff, Hon. Victor Eneh.
The letter obtained by DAILY GAZETTE which was dated October 20, Egbo cited Senator Chukwu’s recent switch to the APC as the principal reason for his departure.
“My reason is sequel to your recent defection to the ruling party, All Progressives Congress (APC), which I’m not willing to join you,” Egbo wrote.
“The preceding decision is in tandem with the dictates of my conscience, which incidentally I can neither contest nor treat with levity.”
While expressing his unwavering loyalty to the Labour Party and the Obidient Movement, Egbo affirmed his continued support for the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, stating that he remains “ever-ready to navigate with Peter Obi through thick and thin.”
The resignation is the latest in a growing list of political fallouts since Senator Chukwu, elected under the Labour Party, announced his defection to the APC.
Despite his resignation, Egbo extended his appreciation to the senator for the opportunity to serve, describing the experience as a privilege.
“I wish to express my profound gratitude to you for having considered me worthy to serve during the short period,” he added, wishing the senator success in his political journey with the APC.
