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The article discusses the recent political defection of Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux to the Liberal party, highlighting the implications of loyalty in Canadian politics.

The Speaker of the Adamawa State House of Assembly and 15 other members have resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party, citing national issues within the party.

Mikko Polvinen's shift from the Finns Party to the Center Party prompts the latter to announce new candidates for the upcoming parliamentary elections in Finland.

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi stated that party-switching by leaders is a common event during elections, in light of former Assam Congress president Bhupen Bora's resignation and speculation about his joining the BJP.

During a recent BBC Question Time, Robert Jenrick faced significant criticism from both the audience and a panel as he struggled to justify his recent defection from the Conservative Party to Reform UK.

The Adamawa State chapter of the APC plans to conduct a ward congress following the national convention in March 2026, anticipating the defection of Governor Ahmadu Fintiri to the party.

The APC's ward congresses are advancing nationwide, but the exercise in Adamawa has been postponed due to Governor Fintiri's expected defection from the PDP to APC.

Vice President Kashim Shettima emphasized the importance of Kano State to the All Progressives Congress during a reception celebrating the governor's defection to the party.

Dawood Olalere, a lawmaker from Oyo State, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the African Democratic Congress due to internal divisions within the PDP.

A new Swedish report examines the causes and connections behind 70 espionage cases in Europe, highlighting a particular driving force behind individual defection.

Over 300 members of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ondo State have joined the All Progressives Congress, further consolidating the ruling party's strength in the region.

Speculation surrounds Governor Ahmadu Fintiri's potential defection from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress ahead of President Bola Tinubu’s visit to Adamawa State.

Charlotte Bankes, a notable figure in Team GB's Winter Olympics squad, initially raced for France at her first two Olympic appearances before switching allegiance and competing for Great Britain.

Former Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola reassures Osun State supporters that the Peoples Democratic Party remains strong despite the defection of Governor Ademola Adeleke to the Accord Party.

Two French deputies threaten to withdraw from the ecologist group over disagreements surrounding scheduled parliamentary proposals.

Kayauta Yakubu, the former National Woman Leader of the African Democratic Congress, has defected to the All Progressives Congress in Nigeria, a move that was celebrated during a formal ceremony in Abuja.

Former Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom has confirmed his continued membership in the Peoples Democratic Party, denying rumors of his defection to the All Progressives Congress.

In the recent House of Representatives election, the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) achieved a complete victory in Niigata, marking a significant reversal from the previous election where opposition parties had all seats.

Brisbane Broncos captain Adam Reynolds has announced his retirement at the end of the 2026 NRL season, a day after Payne Haas confirmed his departure from the club.

A member of Parliament, Mikko Polvinen, has announced his defection from the Finns Party to the Centre Party, necessitating adjustments in parliamentary seating arrangements.

UN Special Rapporteur Elizabeth Salmón expressed concerns over the deteriorating human rights situation in North Korea during a press conference in Seoul, highlighting that defection may be an option for two North Korean soldiers captured in Ukraine.

Mikko Polvinen, an MP elected from the Oulu electoral district, has defected from the Finns Party to the Center Party, surprising his colleagues in Kainuu, as speculation about his move had already begun last year.

The Benue State Peoples Democratic Party has criticized former Governor Gabriel Suswam for resigning, arguing that he had already distanced himself from the party months prior.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio humorously challenged Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro amidst the defection of two Taraba State senators to the ruling APC, reinforcing the party's strength in the Senate.

Former Benue State Governor Gabriel Suswam has joined the All Progressives Congress after leaving the Peoples Democratic Party due to ongoing internal conflicts.

The Kwankwasiyya political movement has rejected claims that its leader, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, is planning to defect to the All Progressives Congress, labeling the reports as unfounded.

The Bola Ahmed Tinubu Ideological Group praised Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf's defection to the All Progressives Congress as a significant enhancement to the party's strength and unity.

Former governorship candidate Uche Nwosu has dismissed rumors of his defection from the APC to the ADC, reaffirming his loyalty to the All Progressives Congress during a membership revalidation event in Imo State.

The Conservatives are ramping up their criticism of Reform's economic policy amidst heightened tensions following Robert Jenrick's defection from their party.

Following Robert Jenrick's defection to Reform UK and his public criticisms of the Conservative Party, Kemi Badenoch is perceived as having gained strength among her colleagues.

Former Conservative Minister Robert Jenrick has defected to the Reform party, criticizing his former party's leadership as 'arsonists' and claiming they have broken Britain.

Kemi Badenoch publicly criticized Robert Jenrick for being untrustworthy and having lied about his planned defection to Reform after being sacked from the shadow cabinet.

Kemi Badenoch thanked Nigel Farage for assisting in her political decisions following Robert Jenrick's defection to Reform UK, leading to his dismissal from the Shadow Cabinet.

Reform UK members have shown varied responses to Robert Jenrick's defection to the party, with some celebrating while others express concern about the influx of former Tory members.

Robert Jenrick praised Nigel Farage upon joining the Reform party, despite their history of bitter personal insults towards each other.

The new shadow justice secretary criticized the Conservative government for failing the country following Robert Jenrick's defection to the Reform UK party.

Members of the SDF have defected in Deir Hafer and civilians have fled to a shelter in Manbij due to ongoing tensions.

The article discusses Robert Jenrick's defection to the Reform party and critiques the increasing frequency of Nigel Farage's press conferences as a sign of his growing need for attention.

Nigel Farage acknowledged discussions with Robert Jenrick regarding a potential defection following Jenrick's dismissal by Kemi Badenoch.

Kemi Badenoch has dismissed Robert Jenrick from the shadow cabinet after alleging he was planning to defect to another party, reportedly Reform UK.

Robert Jenrick was sacked by Kemi Badenoch due to evidence of his planning to defect from the Conservative Party, leading to his immediate suspension from the party.

Keir Starmer mocked Nigel Farage's political party, referring to it as a 'laundry service for disgraced Tory politicians,' during a heated exchange in Parliament.

The article discusses how the defection of Conservative MPs could lead to the rebranding of Reform UK as a new version of the Conservative Party.

Two North Korean soldiers captured in Ukraine expressed their desire to defect to South Korea after being wounded and taken prisoner while fighting alongside Russian forces.