Politics
Mr. Val’s defection from the Labour Party (LP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) was indeed a highly miscalculated move- John Okenwa

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Ekwutos Blog
I do my best to avoid political takes but Mr.Ozigbo’s recent outing woke me up like a loud neighbor.
As a student of strategy, I’d argue that Mr. Val’s defection from the Labour Party (LP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) was indeed a highly miscalculated move,
One that could very well have been orchestrated or at least capitalized on by the ruling party to dilute his influence ahead of the Anambra governorship election in November…..allegedly.
For someone that has a strong corporate track record which marks him a genius, his political moves raise eyebrows.
A charismatic figure with a strong grassroots following just seemed to squander his momentum by abandoning the Labour party (LP), a party whose ticket he would have comfortably won and still remained on the ballot and with Peter Obi’s populist appeal, he had higher chances of the odds being in his favour this time.
Instead he went for the APC which struggles to resonate in the South-East particularly Anambra, due to its national reputation and limited regional foothold.
Their trick? Welcome him in, promise him the big prize of being their candidate, then let him flop in the primaries… 67 votes for him as against Dr. Nicholas’ 1455 votes.
Ouch! The APC didn’t just edge him out,they quietly shrank his influence,leaving his ‘Obidient supporters’ highly disappointed at his move.
A master stroke by the APC if you ask me…alas he would be compensated with a federal appointment.
In the coming Anambra election, the battleground will be shaped by perception and credibility.
The electorate, now more politically aware, will be watching closely not just for party manifestos, but for authenticity, consistency, and grassroots alignment.
With the APGA still commanding strong loyalty in various parts of the state, and APC struggling to connect with the average voter, the fragmentation of the opposition may ironically hand APGA an edge if they play their cards right.
Now, Governor Soludo is chilling in the APGA driver’s seat, counting his money and watching the mess.
Unless Ozigbo recalibrates quickly and rebuilds trust across both the elite and grassroots structures, his momentum may stall. In this election, optics and timing will be everything.
Soludo’s probably going to win unless the others are smart enough, but Dr. Ozigbo’s slip-up handed the APC a softer landing and lesser forces to deal with. They’re probably somewhere laughing while he’s left kicking dirt.
Politics is a wild game, and Ozigbo just traded his gold for a lump of coal.
The lessons are there for you to pick
Let me know what you think about it in the comments.
Cheers to a glorious week

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President Bola Tinubu congratulates Dr Oladele Fajemirokun, a business leader and philanthropist, on his 75th birthday.
President Tinubu celebrates the scion of the illustrious Fajemirokun family, who has elevated the legacy of his father, the legendary industrialist Chief Henry Oloyede Fajemirokun, through his pioneering strides in Nigerias private sector.
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The President acknowledges Dr Fajemirokun’s commitment to national development and passionate pursuit of humanitarian endeavours, particularly in health, education, and youth empowerment, and lauds his resilience, innovativeness, and large-heartedness.
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The Peoples Democratic Party National Vice Chairman, South-South, Chief Dan Orbih, has said members vying for presidential election without respect for the party’s constitution are the problem of the party.
Orbih insisted that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike is not the problem of PDP.
He disclosed this during the official handing over of the PDP secretariat he donated to the party on Wednesday in Benin, the Edo State Capital.
The PDP chieftain charged members to set aside their differences and work to reposition the party.
Orbih called on the acting National Chairman, Iliya Damagun to bring about the of repositioning the PDP.
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In a significant gathering in Abuja on April 16, 2025, prominent leaders of the defunct Congress for Progressive Change (CPC), now integrated into the All Progressives Congress (APC), unanimously reaffirmed their unwavering loyalty to the APC and expressed their full support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership.
The meeting underscored their commitment to the party’s unity and the success of Tinubu’s administration.
The leaders in attendance included distinguished figures such as Senator Umaru Tanko Almakura, former Governor of Nasarawa State; Rt. Hon. Aminu Masari, former Governor of Katsina State; Hon. Aliyu Adamu Farouk; Osita Okechukwu, a seasoned political strategist; Chief Okoi Obono-Obla, a prominent legal practitioner; Yusuf Salihu; Capt. Bala Jubrin; Uche Oferoh; and Hon. Ayuba Bulama, among others.
Their collective resolve strengthens the APC’s cohesion as it navigates Nigeria’s political landscape under President Tinubu’s stewardship.
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They lauded President Tinubu’s leadership, particularly his economic reforms and efforts to address national security, expressing confidence in his vision for a prosperous Nigeria.
The summit also served as a platform to strategize on mobilizing grassroots support and reinforcing the APC’s dominance ahead of future political engagements.
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