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The Ebonyi State Deputy Chairman of the National Democratic Coalition (NDC), Mr Okechukwu Idenyi, and the Secretary, Bar. Solomon Adum have defected to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
The defectors were formally received during the weekend at a political rally in Isu community, Onicha Local Government Area, by the PDP State Chairman, Hon. Chukwuma Igwe.
The State PDP chairman described the defection as a political move of the new entrants who would strengthen the PDP’s structure for the forthcoming polls.
The PDP Chairman assured the defectors of equal opportunities within the party and urged them to work collectively with existing members to advance the party’s objectives.
Speaking on behalf of the defectors, former NDC Secretary, Mr Solomon Adum, said the decision followed consultations with their supporters.
“We pledge to work with the leadership of the PDP to expand the party’s grassroots support ahead of future political activities. We are committed to promoting peace, internal democracy, and issue-based politics,” he added.
Also speaking, the PDP flag bearer for Ohaozara/Onicha/Ivo Federal Constituency, Mr Felix Igboke, described the PDP as “a moving train.”
He charged the defectors to be brave to ensure that PDP win the forthcoming 2027 general elections, saying that those who work shall reap the fruit of their labour.
“PDP is the party that has built sustainability. The 2027 elections are the time to work together to ensure that we win. I welcome all the defectors to the party, and I believe we will win come 2027. Ours is a moving train,” Igboke said.