Rivers State Speaker and 15 Lawmakers Defect to APC Amid PDP Internal Conflict

Rivers State House of Assembly Speaker Martin Amaewhule and 15 lawmakers officially announced their defection from the People's Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) during a plenary session. Amaewhule highlighted clear divisions within the PDP and the necessity for alignment with a more stable political structure to enhance governance in various constituencies.

The defection has significant implications for the political landscape in Rivers State.