Three MPs defect to PRP, ADC

A significant wave of political defections is reshaping Nigeria's National Assembly as three members of the House of Representatives have left the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The lawmakers announced their move to the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) during plenary sessions, signaling a deepening trend of political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The departing MPs include Rabilu Bala, representing Jama’are/Itas-Gadau Federal Constituency of Bauchi State, who joined the PRP. Abubakar Zango of Adamawa State's Yola North/Yola South/Girei Federal Constituency and Abdullahi El-Rasheed, representing Gombe State's Dukku/Nafada Federal Constituency, both moved to the ADC. These departures further underscore the fluid nature of political alliances in the country.

This latest exodus from the APC follows closely on the heels of another round of defections involving lawmakers from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Labour Party (LP), and other parties. Just a day prior, six PDP lawmakers announced their move to the Allied Peoples Movement (APM). The shifting loyalties are altering the opposition bloc's composition and highlighting internal party fragmentation.

Despite losing members, the PDP also saw gains, with two lawmakers joining its ranks. Etanabene Benedict defected from the Labour Party, citing internal crises, while Alex Egbona moved from the APC. One lawmaker, Esosa Iyawe, has reportedly switched parties multiple times, illustrating the dynamic and often unpredictable landscape of Nigerian legislative politics.

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his decision would not affect his legislative responsibilities. He stated that his commitment to the House and to the people he represents “remains unshakable.”