Three Katsina State lawmakers have defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing persistent internal crises. Speaker Tajudeen Abbas announced their departures during Thursday’s session, highlighting issues like a "protracted crisis" and a "lack of cohesiveness" within the PDP. Source
Prominent figures like Governor Dikko Radda attended the session to support the switch. This trend of defections, including cases from the Labour Party and YPP, is reshaping the political dynamics in the House of Representatives, favouring the APC.
- Key Takeaways:
- Lawmakers cite PDP’s internal crises as a major reason for defection.
- The move shifts political balance, with APC gaining more representation.
- High-profile support from APC indicates strategic gains.
Analysis: This wave of defections underscores the volatility in Nigeria’s political landscape, particularly in Abuja news and Lagos news circles. It enhances APC’s influence, raising questions about the PDP’s future stability.
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