- APC Senators Rise to 77 as Cross River Lawmaker Defects from PDP
- His defection raises APC’s strength in the Senate to 77 members.
- Move reflects growing political realignments in the upper chamber.
The number of All Progressives Congress (APC) senators in the National Assembly has increased following the defection of Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe, who represents Cross River North, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling party.
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EKO HOT BLOG reports that Jarigbe’s letter of defection was formally read during Tuesday’s plenary session by the Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, who presided over proceedings in the absence of Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
The senator’s move further strengthens the APC’s majority in the upper chamber, bringing the party’s total number of senators to 77. His defection is seen as part of a growing realignment within the National Assembly, as several opposition lawmakers continue to switch allegiance ahead of upcoming political activities.
The chamber acknowledged the notification without objections, marking another significant political gain for the ruling party in its efforts to consolidate legislative support.
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