By Peter Onyekachukwu 
By Peter Onyekachukeu, Awka
A former federal lawmaker and key figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Anambra State, Hon. Ibezi Ifeanyichukwu, has withdrawn his support for the party ahead of the November governorship election, citing dissatisfaction with its candidate and throwing his weight behind Governor Charles Soludo of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA).
Ibezi, who served as the Director General of the Paul Chukwuma Campaign Council and once represented Idemili North and South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, announced his decision during a political gathering in his hometown of Abatete, Idemili North Local Government Area.
He explained that his defection was a form of protest against what he described as the APC’s poor judgment in fielding Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu, a candidate he believes stands little chance of winning.
“I can’t continue with a party that handed its ticket to someone who is hard to sell,” Ibezi said. “This is not just about party loyalty; it’s about the future of Anambra. If your party is failing, what else can you do but support a more competent candidate?”
Ibezi praised Soludo’s performance in office and said it was necessary for the governor to return for a second term, describing him as a man who has proven his capacity through impactful projects.
“I’ve personally inspected Soludo’s projects. He is delivering. Anambra needs continuity, not stagnation,” he said.
He vowed to rally massive support for Soludo, particularly in the Idemili region, where he claimed to have delivered votes for both Tinubu in 2021 and Soludo in the last governorship election.
“I will deliver the votes of Idemili North and South as I did in previous elections. Soludo must secure a second term,” he declared. “If you’ve been following me and still don’t understand how politics works, then you’re missing the point. Stop coming to my meetings if you don’t see what’s at stake.”
Ibezi’s move is seen as a blow to the APC’s chances in the coming election, with his defection signaling cracks within the party and boosting Soludo’s re-election momentum.