Senator Abaribe Defects from APGA to ADC, Leading Political Shift in South East

Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe of Abia South Senatorial District has resigned from the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) and joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on December 31, 2025. This move was also followed by Senator Victor Umeh (Anambra Central) of Anambra North, Toni Nwoye, Afam Ogen, and Achike Udenwa.

The defection signifies a significant political shift in the South East region of Nigeria.