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Rivers Assembly Speaker, 16 Members Defect to APC

Rivers State House of Assembly Speaker Martin Amaewhule and 16 other lawmakers defect from PDP to APC, citing irreconcilable party division. This major shift alters the state's political landscape. Read the full details and implications.

Rivers Speaker, 15 Lawmakers Join APC

Martin Amaewhule, Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, and 15 other PDP members defect to the APC, citing party crisis ahead of 2027 elections.

Rivers Assembly Members Plan Defection to APC

Political tensions escalate as Rivers lawmakers plan defection to APC, reportedly driven by Nyesom Wike's waning influence. Get the latest details on the unfolding crisis.

Zamfara: Two APC Lawmakers Defect to PDP

Two Zamfara State House of Assembly members have resigned from the APC, citing poor leadership and internal divisions. They have officially joined the PDP, strengthening the opposition's position in the state. Read more.

IGP, 2 Governors Blacklisted by IPI Nigeria

The International Press Institute blacklists IGP Kayode Egbetokun and Governors Umo Eno, Mohammed Bago for attacks on journalists. Discover the reasons and reactions.

Gov's Aide Weds Third Wife, Gifts House and Car

Prince Ibrahim Hassan Abdullahi, SSA to Nasarawa Governor, introduces his new third wife, Sadeeqa. He gifted her a house and a Mercedes-Benz GLK. Governor Sule presented the marriage certificate.

Tinubu meets Taraba Governor Kefas at Aso Villa

President Bola Tinubu met Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas at the State House, Abuja. This marks Kefas's first official visit since defecting from PDP to APC. Read the full details.

Ex-PDP Spokesman Metuh Defects to Ruling APC

Former PDP National Publicity Secretary, Olisa Metuh, has officially defected to the APC, citing abandonment by his former party during his legal trials. He revealed President Tinubu's crucial support. Read his full statement and the implications for 2027

El-Rufai Declares for ADC, Targets 2027 Election

Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai officially joins African Democratic Congress, receives membership card 000002. He aims to replicate 2015 coalition success against PDP in 2027 elections.

Lagos APC faults Atiku's defection to ADC

Lagos APC criticizes Atiku Abubakar's move to ADC, calling it political inconsistency. Spokesperson Seye Oladejo questions his commitment as Tinubu leads reforms. Read more.

Gov Adeleke Visits Davido & Chioma in Atlanta Mansion

A viral video shows Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke bonding with nephew Davido and wife Chioma at their new Atlanta mansion. The heartwarming family moment has Nigerians talking about their unique relationship.

APC Women Reject Mutfwang's Alleged Defection Bid

Hundreds of Plateau APC women protest Governor Caleb Mutfwang's alleged plan to join their party, endorsing Tinubu's second term. Leader Elizabeth Samson Yerse warns against welcoming him.

APC Councillors Reject Mutfwang's Defection Bid

Former APC councillors in Plateau State oppose Governor Caleb Mutfwang's alleged plans to join APC, citing governance failures and past anti-party rhetoric. Read full details.

Adeleke's Re-election Threatened by PDP Crisis

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke faces uncertain re-election prospects amid PDP factional crisis. Sources reveal he may explore alternative platforms if party disputes persist.

Former Kogi Governor Wada Defects to APC

Former Kogi Governor Idris Wada defects to APC in high-profile ceremony attended by VP Shettima. Political analysts see this as strategic move ahead of 2027 elections. Read more.

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.

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