Two Peoples Democratic Party senators from Taraba State, Haruna Manu and Shuaibu Lau, have defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress. The move occurred during a Senate session that also bid farewell to Ezea and marked a power shift.
In Nigeria's Senate, Haruna Manu and Shuaibu Lau, representing Taraba State from the Peoples Democratic Party, have defected to the All Progressives Congress. This defection contributed to a power shift in the upper chamber. During the same session, the Senate bid farewell to Ezea, another lawmaker who passed away. The primary event highlights the switch of the two senators from the opposition PDP to the ruling APC, bolstering the latter's strength. No specific reasons for the defection were detailed in reports. The developments unfolded on February 4, 2026, as per sources. The session underscored transitions in Nigerian politics, with tributes and welcomes marking the day's proceedings.
