Two PDP Lawmakers Defect to APC Amidst Ongoing Party Crisis

Two lawmakers defected from the PDP to the APC, citing internal crisis within PDP. Husseini Jallo and Adamu Tanko announced their switch during a plenary session. Minority Leader Kingsley Chinda raised concerns about the legality of the defections, referencing a Supreme Court judgment on the matter.

In a significant political shift, two members of the House of Representatives have defected from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC). The defectors, Husseini Jallo from Kaduna State’s Igabi Federal Constituency and Adamu Tanko from Niger State’s Suleja/Tara/Gurara Federal Constituency, cited ongoing turmoil within the PDP as the reason for their change in affiliation.

During a plenary session, Speaker Abbas Tajudeen announced the defectors’ news as outlined in their official letter. This move has escalated tensions, leading Minority Leader Kingsley Chinda to raise a constitutional concern regarding the legitimacy of the defections. He emphasized the need for adherence to legal protocols, referencing a Supreme Court ruling asserting that any defection must follow established processes.

Chinda expressed skepticism about the validity of the defections, arguing that there is insufficient evidence to demonstrate that the legislators executed their transitions properly. He firmly stated that the opposition will continue to advocate for compliance with constitutional mandates to ensure electoral integrity.

The recent defection of two lawmakers from the PDP to the APC underscores the ongoing instability within the opposition party. The concerns raised by Minority Leader Kingsley Chinda highlight the legal implications surrounding party defections in Nigeria’s political landscape. This situation may influence future party dynamics and legislative actions in the House of Representatives.

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