Peter Agada defects to YPP after Labour Party disqualification

Presidential hopeful Peter Agada has officially switched allegiance, defecting from the Labour Party (LP) to the Young Progressives Party (YPP). The move comes after Agada faced disqualification from the Labour Party's presidential primary election.

Announcing his decision at a media briefing in Abuja, Agada stated that disagreements surrounding his disqualification were the primary catalyst for his departure from the LP. The briefing was attended by key figures from the YPP, representatives from labour unions, and members of civil society groups, signaling a strategic alignment with his new party.

Agada's defection marks a significant shift in the political landscape, potentially impacting the dynamics within both the Labour Party and the Young Progressives Party as the upcoming elections draw nearer. His move suggests a search for a more favorable platform to pursue his presidential ambitions.