Defections: PDP NWC convenes emergency meeting in Abuja

PDP

By John Ogunsemore

The National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Tuesday convened an emergency meeting following the recent wave of defections that hit the party.

The meeting is currently taking place behind closed doors at the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja.

Recall that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, his predecessor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa and a Member of the Representatives from Osun State, Hon. Wole Oke dumped the party for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

The development has sparked reactions from various quarters, with the opposition accusing the ruling APC of arm-twisting opposition stalwarts to join its fold.

The ruling APC has refuted the claims, accusing the opposition of hypocrisy.

Details later..

Breaking news & top stories

Stay connected with The Sun Newspaper

Get breaking news, exclusive stories, and live updates delivered straight to your phone. Join thousands of readers already following us on Whatsapp Channel and Telegram.

Breaking news & top stories

Follow The Sun Newspaper

Get live updates & exclusive stories delivered straight to your phone.

Breaking news & top stories

Stay connected with The Sun Newspaper

Get breaking news, exclusive stories, and live updates delivered straight to your phone. Join thousands of readers already following us on Whatsapp Channel and Telegram.