Political Shakeup: Top Federal Lawmaker Plans Defection From Labour Party To APC

According to Naija News, during a speech in Benin marking his second anniversary in office, Imasuen—who chairs the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions—explained that his defection aims to better synchronize Edo South’s development with the federal government’s Renewed Hope Agenda under President Tinubu.

Imasuen stressed that his move is a deliberate, well-considered choice rather than a mere opportunistic switch. He highlighted his legislative achievements, including the establishment of the Federal College of Education, the Abudu Bill, and successfully resolving over 20 public petitions.

He also mentioned efforts in vocational training, agricultural support programs, and a rural initiative to train traditional birth attendants, along with scholarship awards for students in his constituency.

The senator stated, “I am leaving the Labour Party for the APC because the ongoing turmoil within LP hinders my ability to deliver progress for my people. Joining APC will also strengthen Edo South’s alignment with the federal government to foster development.”

Acknowledging challenges in sustaining constituency projects, Imasuen emphasized the importance of working closely with local governments. He pledged continued focus on health, youth empowerment, and rural development, while reaffirming strong backing for President Tinubu’s policies.

He added that more than 20 public petitions nationwide have been effectively addressed under his leadership, positively impacting the lives of ordinary Nigerians.

Highlighting his dedication to agriculture—a sector he described as vital for the nation’s survival—Imasuen revealed that several programs have been launched in Edo South to educate farmers on modern techniques and provide tools to boost productivity.

“We have concentrated on rubber, cocoa, and cashew farming, and many farmers have testified to improved yields,” he said.