Obika, Two Other Reps Defect to APC, Cite Party Crises

The member representing AMAC/Bwari Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Joshua Obika, has defected from the Labour Party (LP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
In a letter addressed to the Speaker of the House, Obika cited prolonged leadership crises and internal divisions within the Labour Party, which he said had weakened the party’s ability to function effectively and democratically.

He also cited the recent FCT Area Council election where LP candidates were reportedly not uploaded on the portal of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), leading to what he described as the disenfranchisement of party supporters.
The lawmaker pledged loyalty to the APC and expressed support for President Bola Tinubu, stating that the move was aimed at ensuring purposeful representation, political stability, and sustainable development.
Other members who also announced their defection to the APC include Inuwa Garba, representing Yamaltu-Deba Federal Constituency of Gombe State, and Muhammed Audu, who represents Lau/Lamido/Ardo-Kola Federal Constituency of Taraba State. Both lawmakers defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Also, Adewale Adebayo, who represents Irepodun/Olorunda/Osogbo/Orolu Federal Constituency of Osun State, defected from the PDP to the Accord Party.