- APC gains influence and PDP loses a member due to defection within the legislative body.
- A former candidate from the Peoples Democratic Party defected to the All Progressives Congress on June 7, 2026.
Chukwunwike defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress while Peter Mbah governs the state of Enugu.
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Updated Jul 27
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What happened
Chukwunwike defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress while Peter Mbah governs the state of Enugu.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Peoples Democratic Party
Nigerian political party founded 1998
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All Progressives Congress
Nigerian political party
Related events
- PDP lost its last seat to APC in Jigawa State, leading APC to lead the state government.
- PDP officials and local leaders defected to APC in Adamawa State, citing development benefits.
- ADC members defected to APC, and Suleiman Abdu Kwari joined the party, impacting Kaduna state politics.
- Wike declared support for the APC candidate, while Abati cautioned against damaging PDP integrity.
- The All Progressives Congress allegedly pressured the Independent National Electoral Commission regarding a Peoples Democratic Party candidate.
Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- blueprint.ng2027: Enugu governor Mbah's victory'll be landslide, APC chairman declares - Blueprint Newspapers Limited