23 h. ago More Defections Hit PDP As Six Delta Reps Dump Party For APC

No fewer than six Delta State Peoples Democratic Party’s House of Representatives members have officially defected to All Progressives Congress. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that their defection was made public by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, during plenary on Tuesday. Recall that former Delta State governor, Ifeanyi Okowa and his successor, Governor […] The post More Defections Hit PDP As Six Delta Reps Dump Party For APC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Edo Assembly Speaker Agbebaku, LG chairmen, others defect to APC

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Blessing Agbebaku, has led 17 Local Government Chairmen, numerous councillors, and several prominent Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) members to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Agbebaku stated that the move aims to align with Governor Monday Okpebholo to accelerate […] The post Edo Assembly Speaker Agbebaku, LG chairmen, others defect to APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago After Defection To APC, Gov Oborevwori Meets Tinubu In Aso Rock

Delta State governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, on Tuesday, met with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, in what marks his first official visit to Aso Rock Presidential Villa since his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Governor Oborevwori arrived at the State House around 3:30pm and […]

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39 h. ago State of emergency: Why PDP govs’ suit should be dismissed –NASS

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The National Assembly (NASS) has challenged the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court to hear the suit filed by 11 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors against the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. NASS argued that the plaintiffs’ suit was procedurally flawed, lacked merit and should be dismissed. In […] The post State of emergency: Why PDP govs’ suit should be dismissed –NASS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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47 h. ago Defection fallout: Human rights war in Delta as activist slams Oborevwori’s ex

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri A war of words has erupted within the human rights community in Delta State following the defection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This came as Comrade Tega Shalokpe, National Coordinator of the Foundation For Right Advocate, yesterday, sharply criticized […] The post Defection fallout: Human rights war in Delta as activist slams Oborevwori’s ex-Aide over criticism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago NASS urges Supreme Court to dismiss PDP governors’ Rivers emergency suit

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The National Assembly (NASS) has urged the Supreme Court to dismiss a suit by 11 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors challenging the Rivers State emergency declaration, arguing it lacks jurisdiction and merit. In a preliminary objection dated April 22, 2025, NASS demanded ₦1 billion in costs for the “frivolous and speculative […] The post NASS urges Supreme Court to dismiss PDP governors’ Rivers emergency suit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Gov Aliyu, three former governors attend wedding of PDP chieftain’s daughter in Sokoto

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu, represented by his deputy Alhaji Idris Mohammed Gobir, joined three former governors and other dignitaries to witness the wedding Fatiha of Hawa’u Dingyadi, daughter of Malam Yusuf Dingyadi, the Senior Special Assistant on Media and Communications to the PDP National Chairman. The ceremony, which drew a […] The post Gov Aliyu, three former governors attend wedding of PDP chieftain’s daughter in Sokoto appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago I can’t join PDP, APC is my home – Kebbi Gov dismisses defection rumours

From Olanrewaju Lawal Birnin Kebbi  Kebbi State Governor, Dr Nasir Idris, has vowed that he will be the last man standing in APC. Idris spoke in Birnin Kebbi while reacting to a viral online report that five Governors are pondering on defecting from APC to another enclave including himself. Addressing hundreds of APC  stakeholders, including […] The post I can’t join PDP, APC is my home – Kebbi Gov dismisses defection rumours appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Funke Akindele announces political plans ahead of 2027 elections

By Seyi Babalola Funke Akindele, a famous Nigerian actress-turned-politician, has announced her political plans after an unsuccessful attempt in the last general elections. The actress was the running mate to Abdulazeez Adediran, the Lagos State governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in 2023. Following their defeat by Babajide Sanwo-Olu of the All Progressives […] The post Funke Akindele announces political plans ahead of 2027 elections appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Governor Umo Eno Hints At Possible PDP Exit Amid Rising Tensions

Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has sparked speculation about his political future after making remarks that suggest he might leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Speaking at a constituency outreach in Ukanafun on wednesday, the governor likened the PDP to a faulty aircraft, hinting at the possibility of switching to another party if […] The post Governor Umo Eno Hints At Possible PDP Exit Amid Rising Tensions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago PDP Moves To Reclaim Kaduna, Decries Insecurity, Poor Governance

The Kaduna State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has signaled its readiness to take back power in the 2027 elections, citing growing disillusionment with the All Progressives Congress (APC) under Governor Uba Sani. State PDP Chairman, Chief Edward Percy Masha, in a statement issued Wednesday, said his leadership has prioritized reconciliation and grassroots […] The post PDP Moves To Reclaim Kaduna, Decries Insecurity, Poor Governance appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago PDP To Challenge Okowa, Oborevwori’s Defection To APC In Court

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has resolved to take legal action against Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, former Vice Presidential candidate Ifeanyi Okowa, and the entire Delta PDP leadership over their recent defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This comes after a major political shift on April 23, which saw top government officials and […] The post PDP To Challenge Okowa, Oborevwori’s Defection To APC In Court appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Defections: As APC tightens grip, opposition goes comatose in National Assembly

By Adesuwa Tsan The recent wave of defections by prominent opposition figures including Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s dramatic switch from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) is reshaping Nigeria’s political landscape. But perhaps more significantly, it is creating a dangerous silence within the National Assembly, where a robust opposition […] The post Defections: As APC tightens grip, opposition goes comatose in National Assembly appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Leave PDP Ways, Embrace The APC Vision – Nwoko To Oborevwori

Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North, has urged Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State to leave behind old political habits following his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). While Nwoko welcomed Oborevwori’s move in a press statement on Sunday, he cautioned that the governor should avoid bringing practices […] The post Leave PDP Ways, Embrace The APC Vision – Nwoko To Oborevwori appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Cross River Opposition Parties Forge Alliance To Battle Gov. Otu In 2027

In Cross River State, ten opposition parties have joined forces to challenge the leadership of Governor Bassey Otu in the upcoming 2027 elections. The coalition, formed after a crucial meeting in Calabar, aims to present a united front against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), which has faced criticism for its governance. Party leaders expressed […] The post Cross River Opposition Parties Forge Alliance To Battle Gov. Otu In 2027 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago “Don’t Abandon PDP, We Have Better Structures” – Bode George Appeals To Fubara

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Bode George, has appealed to Rivers State Governor, Similaye Fubara, to remain with the party amid talks of a possible defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking to newsmen on Saturday, George stressed that the PDP remains strong despite facing internal challenges, and urged Fubara to stay committed to […] The post “Don’t Abandon PDP, We Have Better Structures” – Bode George Appeals To Fubara appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago “Stay In PDP, Support Tinubu” – Osun Group Tells Governor Adeleke

A political group in Osun State, known as the Osun Leaders of Thought (OLT), has called on Governor Ademola Adeleke to remain in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. The group warned against increasing pressure on the governor to decamp to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing […] The post “Stay In PDP, Support Tinubu” – Osun Group Tells Governor Adeleke appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Ganduje Celebrates Okowa, Oborevwori’s Defection To APC, Pledges Cooperation

Delta State has experienced a dramatic political shift with the defection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and former Delta State Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This marks a pivotal moment in the state’s political history and has already begun to reshape the region’s political landscape. […] The post Ganduje Celebrates Okowa, Oborevwori’s Defection To APC, Pledges Cooperation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago “Defection By Okowa, Oborevwori To PDP Is Testament To Tinubu’s Good Governance” – Wike

The political landscape in Delta State took a significant turn on Wednesday as both Ifeanyi Okowa, former presidential running mate to Atiku Abubakar, and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The defections have been hailed by several political figures, including Nyesom Wike, the Minister of […] The post “Defection By Okowa, Oborevwori To PDP Is Testament To Tinubu’s Good Governance” – Wike appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago 2027: Atiku is a loser again – Presidency on PDP members joining APC

The Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu, Bayo Onanuga, says former Vice President Atiku Abubakar is a loser amid the mass defections in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Daily Sun reported that Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) after dumping the PDP, alongside his predecessor, Ifeanyi […] The post 2027: Atiku is a loser again – Presidency on PDP members joining APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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