In a new phase of political shifts, two members of the House of Representatives announced their resignation from the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party (LP) on Tuesday, June 24. They officially declared their defection to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
During the plenary session, the Speaker of the House read individual letters from each lawmaker announcing their decision.
Peter Akpanke, the representative for Obanliku/Obudu/Bekwara federal constituency in Cross River State, left the PDP. Meanwhile, Paul Nnamchi stepped away from the Labour Party while representing Enugu East/Isi Uzo federal constituency of Enugu.
Both legislators switched allegiances and joined the ruling party, APC.
In a letter of defection to the leadership of the Green Chambers, Akpanke stated that he left the PDP due to the ongoing crisis affecting the party.
He also mentioned that the party's crisis has resisted every attempt at resolution.
Furthermore, Nnamchi mentioned that he departed from the Labour Party due to the ongoing leadership crisis which has been disrupting the party's activities.
On Tuesday, Abbas Tajudeen, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, read the letters on the floor of the plenary.
The lawmakers also praised the previous parties for providing them opportunities during their tenure representing the parties.
Akpanke also mentioned that the lack of peace in his previous party influenced his choice to join the APC.
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