Political Heat; Is George Moghalu a Mole? (The Unfolding Drama in Anambra Politics)

By Egbo Patrick

The recent political maneuvers of Chief George Moghalu, a Labour Party gubernatorial aspirant in Anambra, have sparked heated debates among political observers. Moghalu, a former founding member of the APC and one-time beneficiary of its government, stunned many when he left the ruling party in October to join the Labour Party. His reason? After consultations, he claimed the Labour Party presented the most viable platform for his governorship bid.

When asked if his candidacy was a serious bid or a strategic move to secure a senatorial ticket for the recently vacated Anambra South seat, Moghalu categorically denied any interest in the Senate. He maintained his focus on contesting for the governorship.

Yet, doubts linger. Critics question why Moghalu abandoned the APC, especially since his son reportedly holds an advisory role in the current administration. Why not contest under the party he helped to form and worked for in 2023 ? These questions have fueled speculation that his switch might be part of a larger strategy to undermine the Labour Party from within.

Adding to the intrigue, recent media reports quoted Moghalu expressing eagerness to negotiate a “pre-primaries political arrangement” with Mr. John Nwosu, the leading Gubernatorial aspirant from Nnewi . This move, according to some analysts, resembles tactics employed in 2017 when similar disruptions within party primaries derailed internal cohesion and ultimately weakened the party’s electoral chances that led to PDP failure to win that election .

For now, Moghalu’s intentions remain under scrutiny. Is his bid genuine, or is it a calculated move to destabilize Labour Party’s momentum? Time will tell, but party leaders, including Mr. Peter Obi, may need to keep a close eye on developments as Anambra’s political chessboard continues to shift.

Egbo Patrick,
Political Analyst from Nnewi