Chris Nkwonta, representing Ukwa East/West in Abia State, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was made by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas during a plenary session of the House of Representatives in Abuja on Wednesday.
The defection sparked immediate reactions, with Deputy Minority Leader Aliyu Madaki citing a constitutional provision and calling for Nkwonta’s seat to be declared vacant. Speaker Abbas responded by acknowledging the existence of a faction within the PDP, which may have influenced Nkwonta’s decision.
The development adds a new dimension to the political landscape in Abia State, as well as the dynamics within the House of Representatives. Further details regarding the reasons for the defection and the next steps are expected soon.
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