Lawrence Ezeudu, former Chief Whip of the Anambra State House of Assembly and representative for Dunukofia Constituency, has officially left the All Progressives Congress (APC) to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The defection was formalized during a brief event at Ezeudu’s home in Umanugwo village, Ifitedunu, where he submitted a letter to ADC Chairman of Ifitedunu Ward 2, Lawrence Akoba.
Ezeudu explained that internal disputes and divisions in the APC prompted his decision to leave, adding that joining the ADC will give him a better platform to serve his constituency and contribute to the state, the South-East, and the country. “Internal disputes and divisions in the APC made it difficult for the party to function effectively at both local and state levels,” Ezeudu said.
He expressed full support for ADC’s national leadership and the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, ahead of the 2027 elections. “The ADC is a movement that seeks accountable leadership, and I believe my move will bring progress and development to Ifitedunu, Dunukofia LGA, and Anambra State as a whole,” Ezeudu stated.
ADC Ward Chairman Lawrence Akoba welcomed Ezeudu to the party, naming him the leader of ADC in Dunukofia. “Ezeudu’s defection strengthens the party in the region, and we are confident that the party will achieve success in the 2027 elections,” Akoba said.
The event was attended by political supporters and stakeholders from APC, APGA, and the Labour Party, many of whom also pledged their support for the ADC. Ezeudu’s move is expected to boost the party’s influence in Dunukofia and across Anambra State.
