Political Earthquake: PDP & Labour Party Lawmakers Jump Ship to APC—What’s Really Going On?

Nigeria’s political stage is undergoing a seismic transformation, with lawmakers jumping ship from opposition parties to APC at an unprecedented rate.

While some claim the moves are about better opportunities for constituents, others argue that APC is strategically strengthening its grip ahead of the 2027 elections.

🔴 Ngozi Lawrence Okoli (LP – Delta State) says he’s aligning with Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

🔴 Akinpacho Festus Olaruwaju (PDP – Ondo State) cites internal party conflicts as his reason for defecting.

But are policy alignments and party crises the real reasons behind these defections, or is there something deeper at play?

The Opposition’s Struggles—Weakening Before 2027?

PDP and Labour Party have been losing members rapidly, and this trend raises critical concerns:

⚠️ Will PDP recover from its internal turmoil, or will more lawmakers abandon ship?

⚠️ Can the Labour Party survive repeated defections, or is it facing political extinction?

⚠️ Is APC quietly reshaping Nigeria’s political future by absorbing opposition voices?

Defections vs. Constitutional Legitimacy

Kingsley Chinda, the Minority Leader, is calling for strict enforcement of Section 68(1)(g) of the 1999 Constitution, which prevents lawmakers from switching parties without a justifiable cause.

With so many opposition lawmakers crossing over, will PDP and LP challenge these moves legally, or will they simply watch their numbers dwindle?

What’s Next? The Battle for 2027 Begins

With APC gaining more ground, the stage is already being set for 2027.

🔥 Can the opposition regroup and counter APC’s momentum?

🔥 Will PDP survive its deepening crisis, or will it split further?

🔥 Are more defections on the horizon, further shifting the balance of power?

This isn’t just about political moves—it’s about the future of Nigeria’s democracy.