In a surprising move, several Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) lawmakers in the Edo State House of Assembly are reportedly set to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the coming days.
This development comes just days after the APC’s gubernatorial candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, emerged victorious in the closely contested Edo State governorship election.
The Edo State House of Assembly currently has 24 members, with the PDP holding 15 seats and the APC holding 8 seats. The impending defection of PDP lawmakers is expected to significantly shift the balance of power in the state legislature, further strengthening the APC’s grip on power in Edo.
Sources close to the Lawmakers suggest that the PDP lawmakers are making the switch in a bid to align themselves with the incoming APC-led administration, recognizing the need for a united front to address the pressing challenges facing the state. The move is also seen as a strategic move to secure their political futures and ensure they have a voice in the new administration’s policy decisions.
While the exact number of PDP lawmakers set to defect is still unclear, the development underscores the fluid nature of Nigeria’s political landscape and the willingness of some politicians to prioritize pragmatism over party loyalty.