Imo ADC gains momentum as key PDP, LP leaders defect

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The African Democratic Congress (ADC), Imo State Chapter, has made a big political breakthrough with the formal defection of key figures from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party (LP).

This has strengthened the party’s standing as a formidable opposition platform in the state and across the country.

The high-profile defections occurred during the ADC Imo State Mega Stakeholders’ Summit, which was held on Tuesday at the party’s State Secretariat in Owerri.

This development demonstrates the rising trust of political leaders and stakeholders in the ADC’s leadership, structure, and reform-driven agenda.

The South-East zonal woman leader of the PDP, Hon Chief Mrs Ifeyinwa Arodiogbo; Hon. Chief Innocent NwaDavid, Imo State Chairman of the Labour Party; Hon. Dr. (Mrs.) Ngozi Njoku, former Commissioner and a leading figure in the Obedient Movement; and Chief Paul Mbadiwe, the son of the late nationalist, statesman, and foremost Nigerian patriot, Chief K.O. Mbadiwe.

Their departure, together with other important newcomers, signifies a significant shift in Imo State’s political landscape.

Chief Macdonald Amadi, the State Publicity Secretary, released a statement on Thursday that was made available to journalists in Owerri.

Chief Achike Udenwa, former Governor of Imo State and former Minister of Commerce and Industry, presided over the summit, which brought together a diverse group of political, economic, and social leaders.

previous governors, current and previous lawmakers, business leaders, clergy, traditional rulers, women and youth leaders, artisans, civil society actors, party supporters, and grassroots mobilizers from the state’s 305 wards were all in attendance.

Rt. Hon. Emeka Ihedioha, former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives and Governor of Imo State, formally introduced the defectors to the party.

In his speech, he praised Professor James Okoroma’s State Executive Committee, describing ADC in Imo State as a disciplined, unified, and strategically structured political institution capable of delivering genuine political change.

Separate goodwill messages from the defectors highlighted unwavering faith in the ADC’s leadership, internal democracy, and ideological clarity as the reasons for their decision.

The former PDP Southeast Zonal Woman Leader explained her defection as a “return to family.”

Mr. Innocent Davidson indicated that his choice to join the ADC is consistent with Mr. Peter Obi’s broader political approach, and that he is bringing Imo State’s Labour Party structure into the ADC.

Hon. Dr. (Mrs.) Ngozi Njoku described the ADC as a credible rescue platform capable of providing alternative, people-oriented administration, while Chief Paul Mbadiwe stated that his decision was guided by the long-standing values of integrity, service, and national duty.

Responding on behalf of the party, Professor James Okoroma, State Chairman, expressed sincere gratitude to party leaders, stakeholders, and members for their combined commitment to building the ADC across Imo State’s 305 wards.

He praised Rt. Hon. Emeka Ihedioha, Chief Achike Udenwa, Engr. Gerald Irona, and Hon. Sir Bon Unachukwu for their unwavering support and leadership efforts, stressing that the party is being strategically positioned for effective and competitive participation in the 2027 general elections.

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