PDP Lawmaker Defects to APC, Boosts Senate Numbers

In a political move, Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe, representing Cross River North, has defected from the People's Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). His defection was announced during a plenary session, citing deep-seated internal divisions within the PDP as the reason.

With this move, the APC now has 77 senators, showcasing a shift in political dynamics. The defection highlights the ongoing power play and realignment within Nigerian politics ahead of upcoming elections.