The Senate has formally announced the defection of Senator Ned Nwoko (representing Delta North) from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), following his recent resignation from the opposition party.

Citing worsening instability and internal crises within the PDP, Nwoko stated that the party’s current state poses a threat to his political career, prompting his decision to switch allegiance.

Thunderous chants erupted as he was escorted to the majority wing of the Upper Chamber.

In addition to his defection, the senator in a correspondence read by the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, urged the Senate to establish an ad hoc committee to investigate the ongoing crisis within the PDP.

He emphasised the need for a viable opposition to safeguard Nigeria’s political landscape and ensure a balanced democratic process.