By Godwin Agia, Jalingo
There is massive political movements happening in Taraba State as gale of defections has hit the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), following the resignation and withdrawal of membership of the party chairman, Alh Abubakar Bawa, 15 lawmakers and all 16 newly elected chairmen in the state.
This is coming when governor Agbu Kefas is all set to defect from the PDP to the All Progressives Congress (APC) tomorrow, November 19, 2025.
Earlier on Monday, Speaker of the Taraba State House of Assembly, Rt Hon. Kizito Bonzena, announced that he and 15 other PDP lawmakers have defected to the APC, adding that the move makes all 24 members of the House APC members.
According to the Speaker, the defecting lawmakers cited issues with factionalisation of the PDP at the national level as a reason for their move to APC. They claimed the situation has thrown the party into confusion and made continued membership untenable.
APC leaders have since welcomed the defecting members, expressing optimism about the party’s prospects in the state.
Former Speaker Abel Peter Diah praised the defectors for joining the APC.
In a related development, the Taraba PDP Chairman, Alhaji Abubakar Bawa, had earlier resigned from his position, citing internal party disagreements and shifting political dynamics.
The insider disclosed to our Correspondent that the PDP is expected to appoint an acting chairman to stabilize the party and prevent further cracks within its structure.
He said that consultations are underway among PDP leaders to address the defection and its implications for the party in Taraba State.
Correspondent reports that the defection marks a major shift in Taraba’s political landscape, with the APC now holding significant influence in the state.
