Reps Member Ambarura dumps APC for ADC amid defection wave

A fresh wave of political defections has hit Nigeria’s House of Representatives, as lawmakers realign ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Isah Ambarura, who represents Illela/Gwadabawa Federal Constituency in Sokoto State, has formally defected from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Ambarura, who serves as Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on Rules and Business, said his decision followed “wide and careful consultations,” citing internal challenges within the APC.

“My decision was informed by circumstances beyond my control within the APC,” he stated, adding that the move would better position him to serve his constituents.

In a separate development, Jakduwa Kaikuku, representing Bade/Jakusko Federal Constituency in Yobe State, defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC. He attributed his switch to the lingering leadership crisis within the PDP, describing the ruling party as a more “stable and equitable” platform.

The defection notices were formally read during plenary by the Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu.

Growing wave of defections

The latest moves add to a growing trend of cross-party defections in the National Assembly, reflecting shifting alliances and strategic positioning ahead of 2027.

Just days earlier, Muhammed Jajere of Fika/Fune Federal Constituency in Yobe State also moved from PDP to APC.

Similarly, four lawmakers from Kano State — Sani Wakili, Muktar Zakari, Umar Datti, and Abdulhakeem Ado — recently defected from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) to the ADC.

In addition, Thaddeus Attah (Eti-Osa, Lagos), Usman Zubairu (Kaduna), and Sani Noma (Kebbi) have also switched political camps, moving from the Labour Party (LP) and APC to the ADC.

Political implications

The steady stream of defections underscores deepening internal crises within major parties and signals an intensifying battle for political dominance ahead of the next general elections.

Analysts say such movements could reshape party strength, influence candidate selection, and determine coalition dynamics as 2027 approaches.

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