Five members of the House of Representatives from Enugu State and one from Plateau State on Thursday formally announced their defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party (LP).

The lawmakers who defected from the PDP are:

• Hon. Nnolim John Nnaji (Nkanu East/Nkanu West Federal Constituency)
• Rep. Anayo Onwuegbu (Aninri/Awgu/Oji River Federal Constituency)
• Rep. Oke Martins (Igbo Etiti/Uzo Uwani Federal Constituency)
• Rep. Obetta Mark Chidiebere (Nsukka/Igboeze South Federal Constituency)
• Hon. Dennis Nnamdi Agbo (Igbo-Eze North/Udenu Federal Constituency)

They were joined by Hon. Daniel Asama, representing Jos North/Bassa Federal Constituency in Plateau State, who defected from the Labour Party (LP) to the ruling party during plenary.

Announcing the decision on behalf of the Enugu caucus, Hon. Nnolim Nnaji said their defection was driven by a shared resolve to align with the vision of Governor Peter Ndubisi Mbah, whom he described as a “visionary leader committed to transforming Enugu State and connecting it to the national development agenda.”

“Today, we stand before you filled with joy, conviction, and purpose,” Nnaji declared. “With your blessing and in line with our collective decision to stand firmly with our visionary Governor, Dr. Barrister Peter Ndubisi Mbah, we formally announce our defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC).”

According to him, the move represents “a bold step into the future”—one that will enable greater participation of Enugu people in national politics and governance.

“For too long, our dear Enugu State has remained in opposition, watching from the sidelines as others shaped the destiny of our nation,” he said. “That era is over. We refuse to remain spectators when we can be key players in Nigeria’s progress.”

Nnaji explained that joining the APC would enhance their ability to attract federal presence, infrastructure development, and youth empowerment programmes to their constituencies.

He commended Governor Mbah for his “courage, foresight, and leadership,” saying his administration has rekindled hope and confidence among Enugu people.

“This decision wasn’t made on impulse,” he added. “It comes from deep reflection and a burning desire to see our people rise above limits and take their rightful place in the national spotlight.”

Nnaji called for unity across political divides, stressing that politics should be a tool for service, not division.

“Politics should never divide us; it should empower us to serve our people better,” he said. “We will continue to defend your interests, attract development, and ensure that every corner of Enugu feels the impact of good governance.”

Concluding his remarks, Nnaji described the defection as “the dawn of a new era” for Enugu State.

“Today, we open the gates of a new dawn — a dawn of hope, inclusion, and prosperity. A dawn where Enugu State takes her rightful place in the story of Nigeria’s progress.”

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