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Shockwaves In PDP: Wike’s Close Ally Hints At Defection To APC
Former Senate Minority Leader, Philip Aduda, has refuted claims suggesting he intends to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Rumors had circulated that Aduda, who represented the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in the 8th and 9th Senate, was planning to join the APC and assume control of its party structure within the FCT.
Speaking at a meeting with FCT PDP state executives, Aduda dismissed these reports, asserting that he has never contemplated leaving the PDP for the APC.
“I’ve received countless calls over the past four days about allegedly defecting to the APC and taking over its structure—this is entirely false,” Aduda said.
“How can a landlord abandon his own house to become a tenant in someone else’s? It’s absurd.
“So, I’m making it crystal clear before the FCT PDP executives that I’m not going anywhere—I’m firmly staying with the PDP,” he declared.
Aduda, a close associate of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening the PDP, emphasizing that the party remains a formidable opposition force in the FCT and across Nigeria.
He assured party members that the PDP would present candidates for the upcoming February 21, 2026, chairmanship elections and other contests in 2027.
In response, FCT PDP Chairman Ismaila Mohammed Yenche praised Aduda for his loyalty and unwavering dedication to fortifying the party in the FCT. He urged members and supporters to disregard the defection rumors and focus on preparations for the 2026 area council elections.
