APC gains more members as defections shake House of Reps
In a major political shift, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has increased its numbers in the House of Representatives following a wave of defections. Speaker Tajudeen Abbas announced that 27 lawmakers switched parties, with 14 joining the APC and two leaving it. The APC now holds about 280 out of the 360 seats, strengthening its dominance in the chamber. Several lawmakers cited internal crises within their former parties as reasons for their defection.
Key takeaways
- Tajudeen Abbas revealed that 27 House members changed parties, with the APC gaining 14 new members and losing two.
- The APC's membership in the House has risen to about 280, while the Peoples Democratic Party now has 38 members.
- Notable defectors include Philip Agbese, who left the APC for the Labour Party due to political crises in Benue.
- Other lawmakers, such as George Ozodinobi and Sani Madaki, cited internal party disputes as reasons for joining new parties.
- The latest defections reflect ongoing political realignments ahead of the 2027 general election.
