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Benue Rep Philip Agbese resigns from APC, joins Labour Party
The lawmaker representing Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency in Benue State, Philip Agbese, has resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Agbese, who currently serves as the deputy spokesperson of the House of Representatives, announced on Tuesday that he has defected to the Labour Party.
In a statement shared on his official Facebook page, the lawmaker said his decision was driven by a desire to better serve his constituents.
“I am answering a higher call to serve my people with sincerity, humility, and commitment,” he wrote, adding that he would continue his political journey under the platform of the Labour Party.
The lawmaker said he has 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”.
The lawmaker admitted that “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”
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