Ex-Abia lawmaker Nwaogu dumps APC

Former Senator Nkechi Nwaogu, who represented Abia Central Senatorial District, has officially resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC). Nwaogu confirmed her departure from the party in a telephone interview on Thursday, attributing her decision to alleged injustices within the APC.

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I can confirm that I have left the party.

Her exit follows the recent APC primary election in her zone, where her rival, Emeka Atuma, was declared the winner. Nwaogu expressed dissatisfaction with the election process, stating, "In my zone, there was no election. I know I have an advantage in my zone. When I saw the shenanigans of them trying to destroy the party we built, I knew they are losing touch."

Nwaogu also accused some party members of deviating from the truth and working against the party's interests. Speculation had been rife in recent weeks about her potential departure, with reports suggesting she was in talks with the NDC while APC leaders attempted to persuade her to stay.

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In my zone, there was no election. I know I have an advantage in my zone. When I saw the shenanigans of them trying to destroy the party we built, I knew they are losing touch.

Meanwhile, the APC in Abia State stated that it has not received any formal notification of Nwaogu's resignation. Uche Aguoru, the state's Publicity Secretary, told PUNCH Online, "If she has left the party, I have no knowledge. We are yet to get any letter to that effect." Nwaogu's defection comes at a time when debates surrounding the legality of recent party switches are ongoing, particularly following the closure of political party membership registration ahead of the 2027 elections.

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If she has left the party, I have no knowledge. We are yet to get any letter to that effect.