A fresh wave of defections has occurred in the House of Representatives Nigeria.
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu announced the development during plenary.
Six lawmakers defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress.
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Their letters of defection were formally read on the floor of the House.
Another six lawmakers also announced their defection.
They moved from the Young Progressives Party and the Labour Party Nigeria to the African Democratic Congress.
The situation highlight ongoing political realignments ahead of future electoral contests.
Party defections have become common in Nigeria’s legislature, often driven by internal party disputes or shifting political alliances.
Observers say the development could affect party strength and coalition dynamics within the National Assembly.
