Senator Jarigbe Defects to APC, Boosts Party's Senate Count

Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe from Cross River State has defected from the PDP to the APC, citing internal divisions within the opposition party. This move increases the APC's Senate representation to 76 members.
Jarigbe expressed regret over leaving PDP but believes APC provides a stable platform for effective representation. The defection comes amidst ongoing leadership struggles within the PDP, leading to factional tensions.
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