ABUJA — Nigeria’s political landscape witnessed significant realignments Tuesday as six House of Representatives members from Delta State defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), while two Labour Party (LP) legislators crossed to the PDP.
Key Defections
The moves, announced by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas during plenary, include:
- Victor Nwokolo (Ika North East/South)
- Julius Pondi (Burutu)
- Thomas Ereyitomi (Warri North/South/West)
- Nicholas Mutu (Bomadi/Patani)
- Ukodhiko Jonathan (Isoko North/South)
- Ezechi Nnamdi (Ndokwa/Ukwuani)
Simultaneously, Enugu State representatives Obetta Chidi (Nsukka/Igbo-Eze South) and Dennis Agbo (Igbo-Eze North/Udenu) shifted from LP to PDP.
Political Implications
The mass defection strengthens APC’s foothold in Delta, traditionally a PDP stronghold, while signaling PDP’s efforts to absorb opposition members. Analysts suggest the moves may reflect broader realignments ahead of future elections.
