ADC is dead Akpabio declared on Tuesday as lawmakers continued to defect from the African Democratic Congress to other political parties.
The Senate President made the remark during plenary, following fresh defections to the Nigerian Democratic Congress and the Labour Party.
ADC Is Dead — Akpabio Speaks During Plenary
ADC is dead Akpabio said while reacting to repeated announcements of defections on the Senate floor.
He joked that lawmakers should submit their defection notices together instead of making frequent announcements.
According to him, the growing exits show that the party is losing relevance.
Lawmakers Continue to Defect from ADC
The wave of defections has affected both the Senate and the House of Representatives.
Senator Victor Umeh is among those who defected, joining the NDC.
He cited internal crisis and ongoing legal disputes within the ADC as reasons for leaving.
Rising Political Realignment in Nigeria
The statement “ADC is dead Akpabio” reflects a wider political shift in Nigeria.
More politicians are leaving parties facing internal disputes and instability.
In the House of Representatives, over 16 lawmakers have also moved to the NDC.
Concerns Over Frequent Defections
ADC is dead Akpabio repeated while questioning how often lawmakers switch parties.
He said some politicians defect multiple times within a short period.
The Senate President suggested a more organised process for announcing defections.
What This Means for Nigerian Politics
ADC is dead Akpabio highlights the growing instability within some political parties.
Experts believe the defections could reshape alliances ahead of the 2027 elections.
More changes are expected as politicians reposition themselves.
