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Taraba Speaker, 15 lawmakers join APC

Speaker Kizito Bonzena and 15 Taraba Assembly members defect from PDP to APC, citing national party factionalization. All 24 members now belong to APC.

Taraba PDP Chairman Resigns From Party

Abubakar Bawa resigns as Taraba PDP chairman citing national leadership crisis. His exit comes ahead of Governor Agbu Kefas's planned defection to APC.

PASAN Strike Halts Taraba Assembly Operations

Taraba State Assembly staff begin indefinite strike over financial autonomy and CONLESS. Meanwhile, all 16 PDP lawmakers defect to APC, reshaping the state's politics.

16 Taraba lawmakers dump PDP for APC

All 16 PDP members of Taraba State House of Assembly defect to APC, citing leadership crisis. The move comes ahead of Governor Agbu Kefas's expected defection. Read more about this political realignment.

Ajadi Storms PDP Convention After Defection

Former Ogun NNPP governorship candidate Olufemi Ajadi defects to PDP, attends national convention in Ibadan. Massive turnout signals party's 2027 election preparations.

13 NNPP Reps Deny Defection to APC Amid Rumors

Thirteen NNPP House of Representatives members have dismissed defection rumors, reaffirming loyalty to their party and Kwankwasiya Movement. Details emerge amid recent party switches.

Cross River Senator Dumps PDP for APC

Senator Agom Jarigbe has officially defected from PDP to APC, citing irreconcilable divisions within the opposition party. Read about the political implications ahead of 2027 elections.

PDP in Crisis But Will Rise Again - Aborisade

Prominent PDP chieftain Dr. Adesanya Aborisade addresses the party's deepening crisis while expressing confidence in its eventual recovery and return to power in Nigeria.

Anambra: 150+ APC, LP Members Defect to APGA

In a major political realignment ahead of Anambra's gubernatorial race, more than 150 members from APC and Labour Party have defected to the ruling APGA, signaling growing support for the incumbent party.

PDP Backs Damagum, Forms Reconciliation Committee

The Peoples Democratic Party's National Working Committee has thrown its weight behind Acting National Chairman Umar Iliya Damagum while establishing a high-powered reconciliation committee to heal party divisions ahead of crucial elections.

PDP Confirms Damagum as National Chairman

The Peoples Democratic Party has officially affirmed Ambassador Umar Damagum as its National Chairman, ending weeks of speculation and internal party wrangling. The decision was announced after a crucial National Executive Committee meeting in Abuja.

PDP Remains Vital to Nigerian Democracy - Doherty

Lagos PDP Chairman Philip Aivoji declares the Peoples Democratic Party remains essential to Nigeria's democratic development and is undergoing strategic repositioning for future electoral success.

Court Clears PDP to Hold National Convention

In a dramatic legal turnaround, the Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit seeking to stop the Peoples Democratic Party from holding its crucial national convention, paving way for the opposition party's reorganization.

Taraba Gov Kefas Nears APC Defection in Political Shakeup

Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas appears to be on the verge of a major political defection as top APC chieftains make strategic visit to Government House in Jalingo, signaling potential realignment ahead of 2027 elections.

Court Clears PDP to Hold National Convention

Federal High Court dismisses lawsuit seeking to stop PDP's national convention, clearing path for crucial party gathering scheduled for November 29. Legal victory strengthens party's position ahead of future elections.

Taraba Governor Kefas Set to Join APC

Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State is reportedly finalizing plans to defect from PDP to APC, a move hailed by the APC Reconciliation Forum as a significant boost for the ruling party.

Wike: Corrupt Elements Have Hijacked PDP

Former Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike makes explosive claims about corruption within Nigeria's main opposition party, revealing how internal sabotage threatens democracy.

Governor Diri: Why I Left PDP for APC

Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri opens up about his dramatic political defection from PDP to APC, citing party neglect and strategic realignment as key factors in his decision.

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