6 PDP Lawmakers in Zamfara Defect to APC
Six members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly have officially defected from the PDP to the APC, citing unresolved internal crises and poor governance. Get the full list of defectors and their reasons.
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Accord Party: Imumolen Remains Expelled, Welcomes Back Supporters
The Accord Party declares Prof Christopher Imumolen's expulsion final, welcomes back misled members, and insists the party is united and focused on upcoming elections.
Rivers Lawmakers Defect to APC, Fubara Applauds Move
Governor Siminalayi Fubara welcomes Rivers National Assembly members to APC, calling it a bold step for state progress. He vows to deliver Rivers for Tinubu in 2027. Read more.
Davido to Collect Accord Party Membership Card in Osogbo
Grammy-nominated singer Davido announces he will visit Osun State to formally join the Accord Party, following his uncle Governor Ademola Adeleke's recent defection. Get the full story on this major political move.
Alia: 'APC is Where You Find God and Solace'
Benue Governor Hyacinth Alia claims politicians find God in APC, reveals six PDP lawmakers are set to defect. Get the full details on the political shift.
Rivers Senators Defect to APC, Linked to Wike
Two Rivers State senators have officially switched from the PDP to the APC. The defection, announced in Senate plenary, is tied to internal PDP divisions. Full details inside.
APC Plans Grand Reception for Governor Mutfwang
The APC announces a colourful reception for Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang in January. Party leaders say his defection will strengthen APC dominance in the state. Details inside.
Odili: Fubara's APC Move Brings Rivers to National Table
Former Governor Peter Odili hails Governor Fubara's switch to APC, calling it a timely move for greater federal benefits and alignment with Tinubu's reforms for Rivers State.
Fubara's APC Defection Reshapes Rivers Politics
Governor Siminalayi Fubara's defection to the APC alters Rivers State's political landscape. Is it a path to peace or a strategic move to sideline Nyesom Wike? Read our analysis.
Obi Slams Lawmakers Over Vote Buying at Primaries
Peter Obi warns Nigeria's democracy is undermined by vote buying, criticising lawmakers for failing to criminalise inducements at party primaries. Read his full statement.
ADC Suspends 15 Members for Anti-Party Activities
The ADC's NWC suspends 15 key figures for six months, citing anti-party collaboration and disruption. New appointments made as party moves to assert control. Read the full details.
FCT Senator Ireti Kingibe Defects from Labour Party to ADC
Senator Ireti Heebah Kingibe has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), leaving the Labour Party. This move makes her the ADC's only serving Senator, reshaping opposition politics in Abuja. Read the full story.
APC Confirms Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang's Defection
APC confirms Governor Caleb Mutfwang's move from PDP, making APC the ruling party in all North Central states. Analysis of the political shift ahead of 2027 elections.
Six Ex-PDP Governors Attend APC Caucus Meeting
Six former PDP governors, including Fubara and Mbah, attended their first high-level APC National Caucus meeting in Abuja, signaling a major political realignment. Read the full details.
Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang Defects from PDP to APC
Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau state has defected from the PDP to the ruling APC, shifting the entire North-Central geopolitical zone to the APC's control. Get the full details.
Fubara Reveals Why He Dumped PDP for APC
Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara details his defection to the APC, citing gratitude to President Tinubu and a desire to develop the state. Full story inside.
4 Rivers PDP Reps Resign, Join APC
Four Rivers State House of Representatives members have defected from the PDP to the ruling APC. Get the full list and analysis of this major political shift.
Bafarawa's PDP Loyalists Defect to APC in Sokoto
Key political allies of former Sokoto Governor Attahiru Bafarawa, including a 2023 deputy governorship candidate, have joined the APC. The move strengthens Governor Ahmed Aliyu's administration ahead of the 2027 elections. Read more.
Taraba Governor Kefas, State Assembly defect to APC
Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas and the entire State House of Assembly have formally defected from the PDP to the APC, reshaping the state's political landscape. Explore the details and implications.
Peter Obi May Dump Labour Party Ahead of 2027 Polls
Peter Obi's potential defection from the Labour Party sparks reactions. Reports cite internal crises as the cause. Discover the implications for the 2027 elections and the Obidient movement.
Makinde: I am not APC, I remain in PDP
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has dismissed rumours of defecting to the APC. He reaffirmed his commitment to the PDP and called for unity beyond party lines. Read his full statement.
PDP Loses Another Senator as Katung Joins APC
Kaduna-South Senator Sunday Marshall Katung defects to the APC, stating the PDP is fractured. Details of the Senate announcement and his reasons revealed.
Osun PDP Shuns Own Candidate, Endorses Adeleke in Accord
Osun PDP Chairman declares full support for Governor Adeleke's re-election under Accord Party, ignoring the party's own candidate. Former Governor Oyinlola reaffirms loyalty to PDP.
Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang to Defect from PDP to APC
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang is set to defect from the PDP to the APC, citing party instability and a desire to align with President Tinubu's agenda. Full details inside.
Atiku Meets Jonathan After Defecting to ADC
Atiku Abubakar's meeting with Goodluck Jonathan after his ADC defection fuels political debate. Get the full story on this key development for Nigeria's 2027 elections.
YPP expels House of Reps member over anti-party activities
The Young Progressives Party expels Rep Uzokwe Peter for gross misconduct, elects new national officers, and voices concerns on security and democracy. Read the full communiqué details.
Ex-PDP Spokesman Ologbondiyan Dumps Party
Former PDP National Publicity Secretary Kola Ologbondiyan has formally resigned, joining a wave of high-profile defections weakening Nigeria's main opposition party ahead of the 2027 elections.
PDP to Sue Defected Rivers Assembly Members
The Peoples Democratic Party announces legal steps against Rivers lawmakers who defected again. The party also reaffirms the expulsion of Nyesom Wike and others. Read the full details.
Wike on Rivers Assembly Defection to APC
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says 16 Rivers lawmakers who defected to APC are free to go. He vows to work with remaining PDP members, urging party unity. Full details.
Rivers Assembly to Remain in Quarters Auditorium
Rivers State House of Assembly reaffirms use of quarters auditorium as chamber amid mass defection to APC. Governor Fubara plans budget presentation in new complex. Full story inside.
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