Agbese, House Of Reps Deputy Spokesperson Dumps APC For LP

By Adesina Soyooye

In a move that surprised not a few people, the Lawmaker who represents Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency in Benue State, Philip Agbese, resigned from the All Progressives Congress, APC, and moved to the Labour Party, LP.

Presently the Deputy Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Agbese made the announcement Tuesday night. What surprised many is that he decamped from the ruling APC to which many are rushing in droves.

Speculation, however, is that Agbese was forced to resign from the APC because of the very untidy relationship between Governor Hyacinth Alia and the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume. He did not want to be caught in the middle, they speculate.

In his official Facebook page, Agbese said he is “answering a higher call to serve my people with sincerity, humility, and commitment” through the Labour Party.

He said he has already been “warmly received by my esteemed colleagues in the House of Representatives who are members of the party from across the country into the LP, where Papa, Mama and Pikin dey house.

“Guided by the exemplary leadership mantra of our distinguished National Chairman, Her Excellency, Senator Nenadi Usman, I feel honoured to be a member of such a modest assembly of patriots.

“Being the highest political office holder of the party from Benue State, I perfectly understand the task of building and re-energising the party for victory across the board.

“Therefore, our membership will be anchored on inclusiveness, mutual respect, and the recognition that every member — both old and new — has a vital role to play in building a stronger and more united party”.

It remains to be seen if he would contest for same office in 2027 or not and if he will still retain his position as the Deputy Spokesperson of the House of Representatives.