Onyike made this announcement on Wednesday at a formal ceremony held in Owutu Edda Ward in Edda Local Government Area.
Onyike has a long history with the PDP, having served as Special Adviser on Media Relations under former Governor Sam Egwu and as Commissioner for Information under Governor Martin Elechi, Vanguard reported.
Additionally, he is a former Deputy National President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists.
In a statement on Thursday, November 14, Onyike explained his decision to join the APC, citing the positive leadership of Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru.
He emphasized the governor’s role in restoring stability and development in Ebonyi State as a key factor in his shift.
Members of the APC welcomed Onyike’s entry, highlighting his influence and experience as valuable assets.
Oko Ogbuagu, Chairman of the APC in Owutu Edda Ward, expressed the party’s enthusiasm for the addition of Onyike to their ranks, The Punch reported.
Earlier, TimesNow.com.ng reported that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies, stating they harm Nigerians.
Atiku argued that Tinubu’s administration is characterized by incompetence and policy flip-flops, citing the delayed implementation of the import duty lift on essential goods and alleged that CNG initiative.
This was contained in a statement sent to TimesNow.com.ng and signed by his spokesperson, Phrank Shaibu.
Source: TimesNow.com.ng
