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The Ghost of 1983: Why APC’s “Tsunami” of Defections is a Trap, Not a Triumph

By Prof. Bekeh Ukelina A nation that does not learn from its history is bound to repeat the mistakes of the past. Today, every true advocate of democracy in Africa should be alarmed by the political trajectory of Nigeria. As the self-proclaimed "largest democracy in Africa," we are witnessing a disturbing trend that threatens this… Continue reading The Ghost of 1983: Why APC’s “Tsunami” of Defections is a Trap, Not a Triumph

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Hon.Godwin Offiono Defects to APC

By Ada Nkong Member representing Ogoja/Iyala federal constituency of Cross Rivers state, Godwin Offiono has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress. In a letter read by the Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu, at plenary, the lawmaker, attributed his defection to the internal party crisis in his former party. According to him,… Continue reading Hon.Godwin Offiono Defects to APC

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Senator Jarigbe Sues for Peace in CRS APC  Rift Between  Chapter Chairmen  and  State Chairman

By Ada Nkong Senator Jarigbe Agom representing Cross River North Constituency who just defected to the APC is appealing for peace between the state party chairman and chapter Chairmen who are reportedly divided on issues concerning his 2027 ambition. In a post on his official Facebook page, the lawmaker whose defection has been described as… Continue reading Senator Jarigbe Sues for Peace in CRS APC  Rift Between  Chapter Chairmen  and  State Chairman

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Senator Jarigbe Officially Notifies Senate of Defection

By Ada Nkong The Senator representing Cross River North Senatorial District, Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe, has formally notified the Senate of his defection from the People's Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC),  in a letter. In Senator Jarigbe's letter which was read on the floor of the chamber by the Deputy… Continue reading Senator Jarigbe Officially Notifies Senate of Defection

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Zamfara: PDP Members Praise Matawalle, Protest Against Governor Lawal as Federal Law Maker Dumps PDP for APC

By Hassan Musa Members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Talata Mafara Local Government Area, Zamfara State, took to the streets on Monday to protest what they described as poor governance under Governor Dauda Lawal. According to our source, staging a strong protest against Governor Dauda Lawal, the protesters said that the tenure of… Continue reading Zamfara: PDP Members Praise Matawalle, Protest Against Governor Lawal as Federal Law Maker Dumps PDP for APC