JUST IN: Enugu LP Rep Member, 1,000 Others Defect to APC!

JUST IN: Enugu LP Rep Member, 1,000 Others Defect to APC!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

Labour Party (LP) lawmaker Hon. Sunday Umeha, representing Udi/Ezeagu Federal Constituency in Enugu State, has officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), alongside over 1,000 supporters.The defection was formalised at an APC stakeholders’ meeting held in Enugu on Thursday.

What We Know:

• Umeha cited “structural dysfunction” within the LP and a need to align with a party capable of delivering “tangible governance results” as his reasons for switching parties.
• The defection adds to the APC’s growing influence in the South-East ahead of 2027 elections.
• Key APC leaders, including Chief Uche Nnaji and Dr. Ben Nwoye, welcomed the defectors and pledged inclusion in the party’s ongoing repositioning strategy.

Quote:

“This is not just a personal decision. It is a collective movement toward progressive governance and greater development for our people.”
— Hon. Sunday Umeha

Why It Matters:

• Weakens Labour Party’s presence in the National Assembly from the South-East.
• Boosts APC’s grassroots presence in a traditionally opposition-dominated zone.
• Could influence political alignments ahead of state and national elections.

What to Watch:

• Possible ripple effect with more defections from opposition parties in Enugu and beyond.
• Reactions from LP national leadership and constituents.
• The role of the South-East in shaping APC’s 2027 electoral strategy.

Citations:

1. The Nation: thenationonlineng.net
2. Daily Post: dailypost.ng
3. APC Enugu Stakeholders Brief – Oct. 30, 2025

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