bloomshorts Senate Welcomes New APC Members
The Senate officially acknowledged the defection of four lawmakers from the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) on Wednesday, a move that significantly bolsters the APC’s majority in the upper chamber.
Who Are the Defectors?
The senators making the switch include Ekong Samson (Akwa Ibom South), Etim Bassey (Akwa Ibom North East), Francis Fadahunsi (Osun East), and Olubiyi Fadeyi (Osun Central). Their transition was celebrated with a relaxation of Senate rules to accommodate high-profile APC officials in the chamber.
Implications for Party Numbers
This development elevates the APC’s representation to 72 seats in the 10th Senate, a notable increase from the 50 seats held at the assembly’s inception in June 2023. Conversely, the PDP’s numbers have dwindled to 26, following a series of defections that also affected the Labour Party and the New Nigeria Peoples Party.
A Democratic Principle in Action
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele hailed the defections as a testament to democratic principles, emphasizing the commitment to advancing Nigeria’s development under the APC’s leadership.
