By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
Friday, May 8, 2026
9News Nigeria
  • HOME
  • EDITORIAL
  • POLITICS
  • NATIONAL
  • SPORTS
  • WORLD
  • BUSINESS
  • ABOUT US
  • CONTACT US
  • PRIVACY POLICY
9News Nigeria9News Nigeria
Font ResizerAa
Search
  • Editorial
    • OPINION
  • Politics
  • National
    • Breaking News
    • Boko Haram
    • Crime and Investigation
    • Ohanaeze Ndigbo
  • Business
    • Nigerian economy
    • Investment
    • Finance
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
    • Celebrity
    • Entertainment and lifestyle
    • Hollywood
  • World
    • Africa
    • Asia News
    • Australia
    • Europe
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms And Conditions
    • Contact Us
Follow US
Hot NewsOPINIONPolitics

SEE LIST OF DEFECTORS: PDP WILL LOSE 2023 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION AS NOTABLE PARTY LEADERS DEFECT TO APC

Princely Onyenwe
Last updated: June 29, 2021 4:08 am
By Princely Onyenwe
Share
4 Min Read
PDP TO APC DECAMP
PDP TO APC DECAMP
SHARE

BY PRINCELY ONYENWE,IMO

In politics, the notion that nothing is impossible is playing out but it will be the biggest political wonders of the 21st century for the APC not to win the presidency in 2023, increase its majority in the National Assembly and add a few more States to its bag.

While speaking with 9News Nigeria in Owerri, an anonymous stated that by the way things are going in the politicial atmosphere, he understands that there are plans by some politicians to combine and set up a strong political Party that will give the governing Party a run for their money.

The source also stated that any coalition that is not like the one NIGERIA had in 2013, where very thin lines separated the ruling Party from the opposition, is sure not to go too far.

He however hinted that in 2019, there was what he choose to describe as a third farce, even though, the promoters called it the Third Force.

He futher explained a ruling Party that will lose power is known by how many of its key leaders are abandoning her, not by key opposition leaders joining in.

Atiku jets out to Saudi Arabia amid ADC primary talks
Gubio: Borno’s Chief Builder? The task Ahead
Wike Nominates Fmr Works Commissioner, George Kelly For Governorship
Read Schedule Of Visits Of President Tinubu To Three Countries, As He Jets Out Today

Of a fact, Zamfara governor joining the APC as planned, the PDP may end up controlling less than ten States by the time the elections come up in 2023, and that’s not a good position from which to fight for power at the center.

In politics, our correspondent reports that opposition is the beauty of a democracy and it won’t be in Nigeria’s advantage if everyone is in the ruling Party, but, we certainly need a new kind of opposition, driven by patriotism, rather than hate.

From the defection of PDP STALWARTs to the leading APC has shown that PDP is incapable of providing the kind of opposition required to move Nigeria forward.

The source futher suggested that PDP will need to go back to the drawing board, plan on how to win by 2027, because according to him, “it is almost obvious that they have lost 2023 Election even before the elections begin.

The list of PDP bigwits that defected to the rulling APC are written as thus:

  1. Gov. Dave Umahi
  2. Gov. Ben Ayade
  3. Gov. Matawalle
  4. H/E Gbenga Daniel
  5. H/E Murtala Nyako
  6. H/E Bala Nglari
  7. Sen. Elisha Ishaku Abbo
  8. Sen. Abdulazeez Nyako
  9. Sen. Iyiola Omisore
  10. Sen. Barnabas Gemade
  11. Sen. Isa Hamma Misau
  12. Former Speaker, Yakubu Dogara
  13. Former Speaker, Demeji Bankole
  14. Former Army Chief of Staff, General Azubuike Ihejirika
  15. Prince Olusegun Adeleye
  16. Engr Adeola Sosanwo
  17. Chief Jimoh Ibrahim
  18. Former Head of Service of the Federation, Mr Danladi
  19. Alhaji Salisu Takai
  20. Etc etc.

Serving Members Of The House of Representatives That joined APC:

  1. Hon. Ephraim Nwuzi from Rivers State,
  2. Hon. David Abel from Taraba State,
  3. Hon Kolawole Lawal from Ogun State
  4. Hon. Datti Yako from Kano State
  5. Hon. Danjuma Shittu from Taraba State,
  6. Hon. Tajudeen Adefisoye from Ondo state
  7. Hon. Hon. Sam Onuigbo from Abia
  8. Hon. Hon. Blessing Onuh from Benue
  9. Hon. Yakubu Abdullahi from Bauchi
  10. Hon. Abiola Peter Makinde from Ondo

More will be joining soon…

This situation is not favourable to Uche Secondus, PDP National Chairman who recently frowned at Matawalle’s defection.

9News Nigeria (Owerri)
For inquiries on this news contact 9News Nigeria Imo State @08036856526

author avatar
Princely Onyenwe
Princely Onyenwe A seasoned Investigative Journalist, Civil Rights Activist, and Political Analyst, Currently Editor and News reporter with 9News Nigeria www.9newsng.com www.facebook.com/9newsng
See Full Bio
TAGGED:APC Party NigeriaNigeria PoliticsPeoples Democratic Party (PDP)Politics
Share This Article
Facebook Whatsapp Whatsapp Copy Link
What do you think?
Love0
Sad0
Happy0
Surprise0
Angry0
ByPrincely Onyenwe
Follow:
Princely Onyenwe A seasoned Investigative Journalist, Civil Rights Activist, and Political Analyst, Currently Editor and News reporter with 9News Nigeria www.9newsng.com www.facebook.com/9newsng
Previous Article Ohanaeze Youth President Comrade Igboayaka O Igboayaka MARGINALIZATION: OHANAEZE YOUTH COUNCIL CALLS GOV. UMAHI TO ORDER
Next Article ALLEGED CRIMINAL GANG CAPTURED IN OWERRI
Search
– Advertisement –
Latest News
  • Shots fired in clash between Tompolo’s men and Borokiri youths May 8, 2026
  • Jonathan presidential contest: Ambition that ‘ll change 2027 equation May 7, 2026
  • Xenophobic attacks: Tinubu orders emergency crisis unit in South Africa May 7, 2026
  • Godswill Akpabio return to the Senate at risk again May 7, 2026
  • Borno Pledges Support as Tinubu Appoints Leadership for Bama University May 7, 2026
  • Femi Fani-Kayode denies being rejected by Germany, now posted to South Africa May 7, 2026
  • PDP crisis deepens as rival faction blast Wike over bank threats May 7, 2026
  • Akpabio bows, makes U-turn on exclusivity of Senate Presidency to returning members May 7, 2026
  • Court fixes Friday for suit to stop Jonathan from 2027 presidential race May 7, 2026
  • Nigeria’s Defection Culture and Call for Moral May 7, 2026
– Advertisement –
9News Nigeria
  • Editorial
  • OPINION
  • Inspiration
  • Investigative Reports
  • Featured
  • Interviews
  • About Us
  • Terms And Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact Us
World News
  • Africa
  • African Politics
  • Aviation News
  • Australia
  • Global Economy
  • Europe
  • Global Economy
  • Asia News
  • Middle East
  • World
  • World Politics
  • USA
  • USA Politics
News Categories
  • Breaking News
  • National
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sports
  • Health
  • Crime and Investigation
  • Nigeria Police
  • Nigerian Military
  • Biafra
  • ODUDUWA
  • Ohanaeze
  • Boko Haram
  • National Assembly
  • National History
  • Sober House
  • National Security
Entertainment and Lifestyle
  • Entertainment
  • Entertainment and lifestyle
  • Nollywood
  • Lifestyle
  • Hollywood
  • Celebrity
  • Celebrity Gist
  • Celebrity Gossip
  • Events
  • Family & Relationships
  • Relationship Extra
  • Relationships

You May also Like

BornoPolitics

Zulum, Gubio Returns to a Mammoth Crowd in Maiduguri

May 1, 2026
BornoPolitics

Five Things to Know About Borno’s APC Consensus Candidate, Mustapha Gubio

May 1, 2026
NationalNigeria News

2027: The Weight of Choice for Nigeria’s Future  

April 30, 2026
BornoPolitics

After Zulum, Gubio Gets Another Endorsement

April 30, 2026
Breaking NewsHot News

BREAKING!!! Tinubu’s Govt Asks Court to Deregister ADC, Accord, Three Other Parties

April 30, 2026
Breaking NewsHot News

2027 : Jandor Dares Tinubu, Picks APC Lagos Governorship Form

April 30, 2026
Show More
  • More News:
  • Europe News
  • National News
  • Politics
  • 9News Nigeria - Nigeria Breaking News
  • Nigeria Politics
  • Sports
  • Imo state
  • Opinion
  • Events
  • National Security
  • Editorial
  • Inspiration
  • Trending news
  • Bible Messages
  • Religion
  • Jesus Christ the saviour
  • The Love of God
  • World News
  • Business
  • Crime and Investigation

9NEWS NIGERIA

  • Editorial
  • OPINION
  • Inspiration
  • Investigative Reports
  • Featured
  • Interviews
  • About Us
  • Terms And Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact Us

NEWS CATEGORIES

  • Breaking News
  • National
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sports
  • Health
  • Crime and Investigation
  • Nigeria Police
  • Nigerian Military
  • Biafra
  • ODUDUWA
  • Ohanaeze
  • Boko Haram
  • National Assembly
  • National History
  • National Security

WORLD NEWS

  • Africa
  • African Politics
  • Aviation News
  • Australia
  • Global Economy
  • Europe
  • Asia News
  • Middle East
  • World
  • World Politics
  • USA
  • USA Politics

ENTERTAINMENT AND LIFESTYLE

  • Entertainment
  • Entertainment and lifestyle
  • Nollywood
  • Lifestyle
  • Hollywood
  • Celebrity
  • Celebrity Gist
  • Celebrity Gossip
  • Events
  • Family & Relationships
  • Relationship Extra
  • Relationships
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?