Anambra South Senatorial District aspirant of the Labor Party LP Don Chidi Amamgbo has dumped his former party to contest the by election under the platform of the African Democratic Congress ADC.
Amamgbo while defecting to the ADC lamented the lingering leadership crisis in the Labour adding that the expectations he had from the Labour Party were dashed due to the in fighting within the ranks of the party.
“After deep personal reflection and extensive consultations with my family, supporters, and political associates, I have officially resigned my membership of the Labour Party as of July 4, 2025, due to irreconcilable structural failures, internal divisions, and a leadership vacuum that has made it impossible to pursue the urgent task of rebuilding our district under its platform”.
“The Labour Party, which once held promise, has become deeply enmeshed in rancorous legal battles, factional struggles, and a breakdown of trust, all of which threaten to derail the aspirations of millions of Nigerians yearning for a better tomorrow”.
“These internal crisis have sadly rendered the party incapable of offering credible direction or leadership to its candidates and supporters”.
Amamgbo however explained that his defection to the ADC has not stopped his ambition of rendering service to the people of Anambra South Senatorial District adding that he has chosen to pursue his ambition under the platform of the ADC.
“In light of this, and with the unwavering goal of providing effective, visionary, and people-centered representation to the good people of Ihiala, Nnewi, Aguata, Orumba, Ekwusigo, and across the entire Anambra South Senatorial District, I have taken the bold step to continue this journey of public service under the umbrella of the African Democratic Congress (ADC)”.
He described the ADC as the point of departure for good governance and populist representation of the masses adding that he was further encouraged by the caliber of personalities in the party which he said is a new dawn for Nigeria’s democracy.
“The ADC represents a party of stability, equity, and innovation; a platform where the voice of the people can truly be amplified”
“I am encouraged by the caliber of patriotic Nigerians who have found a political home within the ADC and I invite all my loyal supporters, volunteers, youth mobilizers, women leaders, community stakeholders, and the entire electorate of Anambra South to join me in this new phase of our campaign”
“This movement is not about party labels. It is about you, the people, the traders in Nnewi, the farmers in Orumba, the artisans in Ihiala, the entrepreneurs in Ekwusigo, the students in Uli, the elders in Osumenyi, the young mothers in Oko, and every soul that desires change that is genuine, inclusive, and sustainable”
“I remain fully committed to our shared dream of prosperity, justice, and impactful representation. Together, let us channel our energies, resources, and collective will into building a winning coalition under the ADC; a platform that welcomes us with open arms and gives us the space to lead and serve without fear or distraction”he concluded.
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