Val Ozigbo Poised to Join APC Amid Alleged Rift with Peter Obi
Valentine Ozigbo, a former candidate of the Labour Party, is reportedly set to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC) following alleged tensions with former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi. Sources within the Labour Party suggest that Ozigbo’s departure is imminent due to financial difficulties and a growing political disconnect with Obi.
Insiders claim that Ozigbo has been struggling financially and is allegedly indebted to Obi, who is said to have withdrawn his financial and political support. According to reports, Obi, recognizing the difficulty of defeating Governor Charles Soludo in the upcoming election, is reluctant to invest in what some consider an unwinnable race. Consequently, he is said to be scouting for a new candidate with independent financial resources, with names such as Bath Nwibe and John Nwosu being considered.
A close associate of Obi reportedly remarked that Ozigbo has lost significant political influence and would struggle to win even in his own ward. Feeling sidelined, Ozigbo is rumored to be exploring options within the APC, where he hopes to secure a political appointment or nomination to bolster his standing.
If the defection materializes, it would mark Ozigbo’s third political party switch in four years. Observers within Obi’s camp view the move as a welcome development, characterizing it as “good riddance” to a candidate they consider a political liability. An official announcement regarding Ozigbo’s next steps is expected soon, according to sources familiar with the situation.
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