Chinedum Elekwachi
No fewer than 500 members of the Young Progressive Party (YPP) has dumped their party for the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Anaocha Local Government Area of Anambra state.
The party members announced their defection to APGA during the flag-off of the construction of a sports stadium at Nri Boys Secondary School by a philanthropist, Mr Chukwudi Oli.
They cited Oli’s influence and developmental initiatives as key reasons for their decision.
Oli described it as part of his broader commitment to the growth of Anaocha, particularly in youth empowerment and educational development.
He disclosed plans to renovate classrooms, replace old roofs, and undertake additional infrastructural improvements in the school.
“Sports is not only about playing; it is about instilling discipline and building character.
“The stadium would serve as a platform for both sporting excellence and youth development,” he added.
Cash support
The philanthropist also provided cash support to more than 2,000 residents, including women, youths and the elderly in continuation of his philanthropic gestures.
Chairman of Anaocha Local Government Area, Romanus Ibekwe, represented by his deputy, Barr. Peter Ewenike praised Oli’s contributions, describing him as a philanthropist whose efforts continue to uplift the community.
Chairman, Anambra State Sports Commission, Patrick Onyedum commended Oli’s alignment with Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s development agenda.
He stressed that the new facility would open up Nri to sporting and economic opportunities.
According to Onyedum, Solution Football Club of Anambra, which competes in the Nigeria National League (NNL), would play its home matches at the new stadium upon completion.
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) Chairman of Anaocha, Chief Anthony Ugoji who led a delegation of party members to the event applauded Oli’s support for the party and his service to the people.
The occasion also featured familiarization visit by Solution Football Club of Anambra, which conferred on Barr. Oli the status of Patron.
The team also presented him with branded club kits, acknowledging his role in advancing sports development in line with Governor Soludo’s vision.
