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The Digest:

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of using intimidation, harassment, and financial inducements to coerce its governors and lawmakers into defecting, stating that such moves will not determine the outcome of the 2027 elections.

Key Points:
  • The PDP accused the APC of using intimidation and inducements to woo its members.
  • The allegation follows the planned defection of Enugu Governor Peter Mbah and rumors about Bayelsa's Governor Douye Diri.
  • PDP spokesman Debo Ologunagba stated that the 2027 elections will be decided by insecurity and hardship, not defections.
  • He argued that Nigerians "aren’t decamping from hunger" and will find a home in the PDP.
  • The PDP claimed the APC is "jittery" about its upcoming national convention in November.
  • The party expressed confidence that it will emerge more united and formidable after the convention.
  • It concluded that the APC will be defeated in 2027 because the PDP "takes care of the people."
This accusation frames the political defections not as a voluntary realignment but as a coercive strategy, setting the stage for a bitter and contentious battle for 2027.

Sources: Daily Tru