A member of the House of Representatives from Kebbi State, Mansur Musa, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing what he described as persistent internal crises within the opposition party.
Musa, who represents the Aliero/Gwandu/Jega Federal Constituency, announced his defection on Tuesday after Speaker Tajudeen Abbas read his notification letter during plenary.
In the letter, the lawmaker said the PDP had been weakened by “deep-seated internal fractures, persistent conflicts and unresolved crises,” which he noted had eroded party unity and undermined its ability to operate as a credible political platform.
He stated that the prolonged infighting had created an atmosphere that no longer aligned with the expectations of his constituents.
“These divisions have created an environment incompatible with my mandate and the expectations of the good people of my constituency,” he wrote.
Musa explained that his decision followed extensive consultations with community leaders, political stakeholders and constituents, adding that remaining in the PDP would hinder his ability to provide effective representation.
“After prayerful reflection and wide consultations, it became clear that staying within a platform engulfed in such unending crisis will hinder the effective representation that Almighty God has entrusted,” he said.
According to him, the APC offers a more stable and coherent structure that aligns with the aspirations of his people.
“The APC provides the stability required for meaningful governance. My defection is therefore an act of responsibility, rooted in principle and anchored on the need to serve my people effectively,” he added.
Musa urged the House to update its records to reflect his new party affiliation.
He was formally welcomed into the ruling APC by members of the Green Chamber shortly after the Speaker read his letter.
