Politics
BREAKING: Leke Abejide, lone Reps member backing Nafiu Gombe ADC faction joins APC
A member of the House of Representatives, Leke Joseph Abejide, has officially resigned from the African Democratic Congress.
Abejide, who represents Yagba East/Yagba West/Mopa-Muro Federal Constituency, made the announcement during a press conference on Friday, confirming his decision to leave the party that brought him into the National Assembly.
His exit is particularly significant, as he was the only lawmaker elected on the platform of the ADC in the House of Representatives.
While he did not openly declare his next political move, his appearance at the briefing wearing a signature cap associated with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has fueled speculation that he is set to join the All Progressives Congress.
Speaking on his next political steps, Abejide said the party he is heading to would be made public once he completes the process of securing a ticket for the upcoming polls.
“I am moving to the mainstream political party,” he stated, adding that the move represents “a homecoming.”
Although he stopped short of naming the party, his comments have fuelled strong indications that he is set to join the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nigeria’s ruling party.
The lawmaker also took a swipe at opposition elements, alleging that they are contributing to insecurity and other crises across the country, a claim likely to stir political debate in the months ahead.
Abejide’s defection comes amid ongoing realignments within Nigeria’s political landscape as key actors position themselves ahead of the 2027 elections.
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