Delta Senator Ned Nwoko Dumps PDP

In a shocking move, Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District, has announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The senator made the announcement on Friday, citing the deep divisions and internal strife within the PDP as the reason for his decision.

According to Senator Nwoko, the recent incident where top party functionaries engaged in a physical altercation was the final straw that led to his decision to leave the party. He expressed his gratitude to the PDP for providing him with the platform to contest the 2022/2023 senatorial election, but stated that the current structure of the party in the state is not conducive to fulfilling his promises to his constituents.

"I am grateful to the PDP for the opportunity to serve my people, but I can no longer continue in a party that is plagued by internal conflicts and divisions," Senator Nwoko said in a statement. "The recent incident where party leaders engaged in a physical fight is a clear indication that the party is no longer united, and I do not want to be part of a party that is not working in the best interest of my constituents."

Senator Nwoko's defection to the APC is seen as a major blow to the PDP in Delta State, where the party has been dominant for years. The senator's decision is expected to have significant implications for the state's political landscape, particularly in the run-up to the 2027 general elections.

The APC has welcomed Senator Nwoko to the party, with the state chairman, Olorogun O'tega Emerhor, describing the senator's defection as a "big catch" for the party. "We are delighted to have Senator Nwoko on our team," Emerhor said. "He is a seasoned politician with a lot of experience, and we believe that he will be a valuable asset to our party."

The PDP, on the other hand, has expressed disappointment over Senator Nwoko's defection, with the state chairman, Chief Kingsley Esiso, describing the senator's decision as "unfortunate". "We are sad to see Senator Nwoko leave our party, but we wish him well in his future endeavors," Esiso said.

Senator Nwoko's defection is the latest in a series of high-profile defections from the PDP to the APC in recent months. The development is expected to further weaken the PDP's grip on power in Delta State, where the party has been dominant for years.

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