38 h. ago Defections To APC Major Shift In S/South Politics – Delta, Edo Speakers

Speakers of Delta and Edo State Houses of Assembly have described the mass defection from Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP) for All Progressive Congress, (APC) in the region as a significant political realignment in the South-South region. They said this when the Edo State Governor, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, played host to some members of […]

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61 h. ago 6 Delta Reps dump PDP for APC, 2 LP members join PDP in Enugu

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja Six members of the House of Representatives from Delta State have dumped the Peoples  Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC). The six members, who announced their defection, at yesterday’s plenary, in separate letters to the speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, are Nnamdi Ezechi, Ukodhiko Jonathan, Victor Nwokolo, Julius Pondi, Nicholas […] The post 6 Delta Reps dump PDP for APC, 2 LP members join PDP in Enugu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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67 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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68 h. ago Ganduje likens Kwankwaso’s rumoured APC defection to “fish out of water”

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has compared the rumoured defection of New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) 2023 presidential candidate Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso to a “fish out of water that needs help.” Speaking to reporters during a courtesy visit by Minister of State for Housing […] The post Ganduje likens Kwankwaso’s rumoured APC defection to “fish out of water” appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 d. 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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2 d. 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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2 d. ago Delta Assembly Speaker, 21 other lawmakers formally announce defection from PDP to APC

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri The Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, alongside 21 other Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) lawmakers have formally announced their defection from the party to the All Progressive Congress APC. Guwor, on Tuesday, presented the individual letters of all the defecting members at resume […] The post Delta Assembly Speaker, 21 other lawmakers formally announce defection from PDP to APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Tinubu Celebrates Chief Imam Of Ibadanland Sheikh Agbotomokekere At 90

President Bola Tinubu has rejoiced with Sheikh Abdul-Ganiyy AbuBakr Agbotomokekere, the Chief Imam of Ibadanland, Grand Imam of Oyo State, and Grand Patron of the League of Imams and Alfas of Yorubaland, Edo, and Delta States, on his 90th birthday anniversary. President Tinubu, in a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, on Sunday, extolled Sheikh […]

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4 d. ago Faure Gnassingbé sworn in as Togo’s top executive amid controversial constitutional overhaul

Faure Gnassingbé, Togolese leader in a major political shift has been sworn in as the country’s first “President of the read more Faure Gnassingbé sworn in as Togo’s top executive amid controversial constitutional overhaul

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5 d. ago “No Plans To Leave PDP” – Adeleke Fires Back At APC Over Defection Allegation

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has refuted claims by the All Progressives Congress (APC) that he attempted to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed on Saturday, the state government described the allegation as false, misleading, and a desperate attempt to distract the public. “At […] The post “No Plans To Leave PDP” – Adeleke Fires Back At APC Over Defection Allegation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Politics of 2027’ll be polarised, decided along religious lines or North

…Predicts possibility of defeating Tinubu is slim, but his margin of victory may be higher than what brought him to power in 2023 By Daniel Kanu Dr Rexkennedy Saltlove, a human rights activist and public affairs commentator, is the president/executive director, Citizens Rights and Empowerment Advocacy Initiative (CREMA Initiative). In this chat, he spoke on […] The post Politics of 2027’ll be polarised, decided along religious lines or North-South divide – Dr Saltlove appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Why it’ll be difficult for ongoing coalition to work – Sani, ADP National Chairman

…Says Nigeria is under state capture By Daniel Kanu Yabagi Sani is the national chairman, Action Democratic Party (ADP) and  the  immediate past chairman of Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC ). In this encounter with Sunday Sun, he speaks on the gale of defections to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), accusing President Bola Tinubu of […] The post Why it’ll be difficult for ongoing coalition to work – Sani, ADP National Chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Defection Drama: APC Accuses Adeleke Of Secret Move To Join Party

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused Governor Ademola Adeleke of dishonesty over rumours surrounding his alleged move to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC. The party claimed that Adeleke did make attempts to switch allegiance but was rejected after being told he would not be […] The post Defection Drama: APC Accuses Adeleke Of Secret Move To Join Party appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 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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7 d. ago Niger To Transition From Keke, Okada To Electric Cars – Gov Bago

Governor Mohammed Bago of Niger State has announced a major shift in the state’s transport system, aiming to replace motorcycles and tricycles with electric vehicles. Speaking during the 2025 International Labour Day celebration in Minna on Thursday, Bago indicated that the government is partnering with Chinese investors to set up an electric vehicle assembly plant […] The post Niger To Transition From Keke, Okada To Electric Cars – Gov Bago appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago “I Have No Plans To Rejoin APC” – Atiku Restates Lotalty To PDP Amid Political Realignments

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has maintained his commitment to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) despite the recent defection of his former running mate, Ifeanyi Okowa, to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The move by Okowa has triggered speculations regarding Atiku’s own political future, but his camp has swiftly dismissed any notions of a defection. […] The post “I Have No Plans To Rejoin APC” – Atiku Restates Lotalty To PDP Amid Political Realignments appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago LP Slams Gov Oborevwori For Wasting Resources To Celebrate Defection To APC

Labour Party in Delta State has berated Governor Sheriff Oborevwori over what its described as ‘wasteful defection ceremony’. The National Vice Chairman South-South of the party, Chief Tony Ezeagwu, led this out on Tuesday while reacting to the defection of Peoples Democratic Party’s members in Asaba. Ezeagwu noted that LP will maintain a strong opposition […] The post LP Slams Gov Oborevwori For Wasting Resources To Celebrate Defection To APC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 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 Defection: PDP mulls legal action against Oborevberi, others

•Says APC ‘ll meet its waterloo in 2027 From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The Peoples Democratic Party ( PDP) has said it would explore legal action to retrieve its mandate from officials elected on its platform, who have defected to the All Progressives Congress ( APC). The party’s acting national chairman, Umar Damagum, stated this, yesterday, […] The post Defection: PDP mulls legal action against Oborevberi, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Defectors Joining APC To Escape EFCC’s Prosecution — Ex Minister

Former minister of Youth and Sports, Solomon Dalung, has attributed the recent wave of defections into the ruling All Progressives Congress to the need for protection over alleged corruption cases. Speaking on Tuesday during an interview with Channels Television, Dalung said that only Nigerians can decide such if an elected officeholder should defect to a […] The post Defectors Joining APC To Escape EFCC’s Prosecution — Ex Minister appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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