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A fresh wave of political defections has hit Nigeria’s House of Representatives, with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) losing five lawmakers, while the All Progressives Congress (APC) also recorded the loss of two members in the latest realignment. The development was announced during plenary, where the Deputy Speaker read out multiple defection letters from lawmakers switching parties. 
The defections cut across several states and involved movements to different parties, including the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Accord Party, highlighting a broad reshuffling of political loyalties. Notably, the trend was not one-sided, as both ruling and opposition parties lost members, reflecting what lawmakers described as the “fluidity” of Nigeria’s political space. 
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu dismissed concerns that the development signals a move toward a one-party system, arguing instead that it demonstrates democratic freedom, where politicians are free to align with platforms that best suit their interests. 
The latest defections are widely seen as early positioning ahead of the 2027 general elections, with politicians recalibrating their alliances due to internal party disputes, strategic calculations, and shifting regional dynamics. Analysts note that the growing movement of lawmakers between parties—especially toward smaller parties like the ADC—could reshape Nigeria’s political landscape in the coming months. 
