The Senator representing Delta North District at the National Assembly, Chinedu (Ned) Nwoko, has formally switched from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The Senator picked up the APC party membership card at his ward in Idumuje- Ugboko, Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State on Friday.
With this development, Nwoko, a founding member of the PDP since 1999, has laid to rest the speculations among diverse groups including journalists in the state on his next political destination.
Nwoko’s exit from the PDP means the senators representing the three senatorial districts in the state are now in APC.
In his resignation letter dated January 30, 2025, and addressed to the PDP Chairman in Ward 8, Aniocha North LGA of Delta State, the senator said his defection was informed by the divisions, fighting, and fractionalisation in the PDP.
He said: “My decision to resign from the PDP is first and foremost due to deep division and fractionalisation within the party.
“This fragmentation has made it increasingly difficult to foster unity and advance the collective interest of our people.
“Just this January 29, the top party functionaries degenerated to the lowest levels by physically fighting themselves arising from the stated factions which have become irreconcilable.
“I also deeply appreciated the platform the PDP provided me to contest the 2023 senatorial election. It was an opportunity that allowed me to engage directly with the people of my constituency and present my vision for a brighter future.
“After careful consideration, I have come to the conclusion that stepping away from the PDP is necessary to fulfill my obligations to my people.
“While I bid farewell to my membership in the PDP, I assure all party members and my constituents of my unwavering dedication to statesmanship, unity, and advancement of Delta state.
“I extend my gratitude to the party and members for their support and wish the PDP continued success in its endeavours.”