Former deputy governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Celebration (PDP) in Abia, Jasper Uche, has defected to the Labour Celebration (LP).
Uche, founding father of the Ihe Abia Organisation, introduced his defection throughout a go to to Governor Alex Otti.
He stated the choice adopted consultations along with his supporters and political associates. Uche stated he joined the LP to help Otti’s administration and contribute to his re-election bid in 2027.
“We’re going to complement the efforts of my brothers which can be working with you. We’ll triple Umunneochi votes in 2027,” he stated.
Otti welcomed the defection and warranted Uche of full integration into the celebration.
“We’re very open to receiving folks. We is not going to surrender. We is not going to be distracted. Now we have a mission, and till that mission is accomplished, we gained’t cease,” he stated.
The governor directed Chaka Chukwumerije, commissioner for lands, to facilitate the reception and integration of Uche and his supporters in Umunneochi LGA.
Uche stated he had earlier knowledgeable the governor of his choice to depart the PDP.
“Final time, I used to be right here to formally inform you that I need to go away my former celebration and be part of you,” he stated, including that his supporters are dedicated to mobilising help for Otti forward of the subsequent election.