14 h. 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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31 h. ago Delta APC Confirms Oborevwori As State Leader After Dumping PDP

The Delta State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially recognized Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as the new leader of the party in the state, following his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Monday, April 28, 2025. His move marks a significant shift in the state’s political dynamics and has received strong […] The post Delta APC Confirms Oborevwori As State Leader After Dumping PDP appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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37 h. ago No Political Favoritism In EFCC’s Fight Against Corruption – Olukoyede

Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, issued a stern warning to members of all political parties, including the All Progressives Congress (APC), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Labour Party (LP), about engaging in corruption. Speaking to newsmen on Wednesday, Olukoyede emphasised that anyone found guilty of stealing public funds, irrespective […] The post No Political Favoritism In EFCC’s Fight Against Corruption – Olukoyede appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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37 h. 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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54 h. 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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61 h. 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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3 d. ago Oborevwori, Okowa’s Move To APC Unmatched In Nigeria’s Political History – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has hailed the defection of Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, and his predecessor, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing it as an unprecedented shift in Nigeria’s political history. Speaking through Vice President Kashim Shettima during the formal reception of the defectors and […] The post Oborevwori, Okowa’s Move To APC Unmatched In Nigeria’s Political History – Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago ‘He Lacks Moral Right To Condemn Me’, Okowa Slams Saraki Over Defection Comment

Former Delta State governor, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, has fired back at former Senate President Bukola Saraki over the latter’s comment criticising his recent defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing Saraki as lacking the “moral right” to condemn his action. Okowa, who was the PDP’s vice-presidential candidate in […]

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3 d. ago Oborevwori, Okowa, Delta PDP’s defections: Unprecedented political tsunami –Tinubu

•It’s a movement –Oborevwori   From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, described the defection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, and the entire structure of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State, to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a political tsunami of unimaginable proportions. He stated this while […] The post Oborevwori, Okowa, Delta PDP’s defections: Unprecedented political tsunami –Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Delta Defections: Tinubu, APC Firm Grip On Inherited PDP Structure

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his political party, the All Progressive Congress (APC), took firm control of inherited structures in Delta State with an official ceremony yesterday, following the defections of government officials and other officials last week. President Tinubu, who has granted the defectors a waiver, said they are not tenants in the party. […]

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4 d. ago ‘It’s an unprecedented political tsunami’ – Tinubu on Oborevwori, Okowa, Delta PDP defections

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Monday, described the defection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, and the entire structure of Delta State Peoples Democratic Party, PDP to the All Progressives Congress, APC as a political tsunami of unimaginable proportions.  President Tinubu stated this while receiving Governor Oborevwori, immediate past […] The post ‘It’s an unprecedented political tsunami’ – Tinubu on Oborevwori, Okowa, Delta PDP defections appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Claims Adeleke plans to defect to APC untrue – Osun Commissioners 

Declares allegiance to governor  From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Executive Council of Osun State Government has denied the rumour that Governor Ademola Adeleke is planning to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and declared their loyalty to his government. Speaking at a press conference organised by 25 commissioners and 10 special advisers on Monday, […] The post Claims Adeleke plans to defect to APC untrue – Osun Commissioners  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago We Defected To APC In Delta People’s Interest, Say Gov Oborevwori, Okowa

Delta State governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has described his defection alongside his cabinet and other stakeholders from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as “a movement” rather than a mere political shift. Governor Oborevwori disclosed this on Monday while addressing a large crowd at the welcome rally to formally receive him […]

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4 d. ago Rumours of Defection: Osun Executive council declares unwavering support for Governor Adeleke

The Osun State Executive Council has unanimously expressed its solidarity and unwavering support for Governor Ademola Adeleke. read more Rumours of Defection: Osun Executive council declares unwavering support for Governor Adeleke

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4 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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4 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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6 d. 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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6 d. 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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7 d. ago PDP crisis: Opposition Lawmakers Coalition alerts of move by 40 PDP lawmakers to decamp to APC 

…2 Govs to decamp, wants NWC to take control of party   From George Onyejiuwa, Owerri Nigeria’s Opposition lawmakers coalition has disclosed that two more state governors and 40 lawmakers on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, will soon defect. Speaking during a live broadcast through their spokesperson, and House of Representatives member […] The post PDP crisis: Opposition Lawmakers Coalition alerts of move by 40 PDP lawmakers to decamp to APC  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Defection: Democracy At Risk, APC Using Money To Buy Off PDP Members –Ex

Former member of the House of Representatives, Usman Bugaje, has lamented over recent defections from Peoples Democratic Party to ruling All Progressives Congress. Bugaje expressed concern over what he described as monetisation of politics and its implications for Nigeria’s democracy. According to him, those in opposition with records in the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, […] The post Defection: Democracy At Risk, APC Using Money To Buy Off PDP Members –Ex- Lawmaker Laments appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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