JUST IN: Ex-Abia Deputy Governor Dumps PDP for Labour Party

Former Abia State Deputy Governor Ude Chukwu has officially left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the Labour Party. The move was announced at his country home in Nkoro Ohafia Local Government Area.

Chukwu, who recently resigned from the PDP, expressed his decision to join the Labour Party as a new political chapter for his community. He praised the leadership of Governor Alex Otti and stated that he believes in the party's commitment to good governance.

The Labour Party chairman, Sir Emmanuel Otti, welcomed Chukwu's defection, emphasizing the potential for development in the area. The chairman of Ohafia LGA LP, Godwin Kalu, and the PDP LGA chairman, Egesi Eze Azu, also announced their defection alongside Chukwu.

The move is seen as a significant development in Abia State politics.