Felix Igboke, an APC chieftain and Ebonyi State Commissioner for Project Monitoring, has resigned and defected to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) with over 10,000 supporters ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Igboke announced the defection on Sunday during a PDP gathering attended by party leaders, executives and supporters in Isu, Onicha Local Government Area.
Describing the move as a homecoming, he said his political journey began in the PDP. “I am happy to return to the political platform that built me. I served as a councillor, development centre coordinator, and chairman of Onicha Local Government Area under the same party before joining the APC,” he said.
Igboke said the decision was informed by the need to align with a platform that would advance the interests of the people and promote inclusive development in the state.
“I am grateful to the PDP family in Ebonyi State, especially the party’s governorship candidate, Chief Ifeanyi Chukwuma-Odii, the incoming governor,” he added.
PDP state chairman Chukwu Igwe, who welcomed the defectors, described Igboke’s return as a major boost to the party’s fortunes ahead of 2027. He said the PDP had regained strength across the state and was well-positioned to reclaim power.
“The influx of supporters demonstrates growing public confidence in the PDP and its leadership,” Igwe said.
Also speaking, PDP candidate for Afikpo/Edda Federal Constituency in 2027, Eni-Uduma Chima, said the party was experiencing rapid growth across Ebonyi and expressed optimism that the support base would translate to electoral victories.
He urged members to remain united and committed to strengthening grassroots structures.
The event attracted party faithful, community leaders and supporters from various parts of the state, who pledged continued support for the PDP.
Ebonyi Commissioner Felix Igboke Resigns, Dumps APC for PDP
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