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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has criticized the internal crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for causing a significant decline in its Senate representation, urging for a revival during the party's convention committee inauguration.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan highlights the significant drop in PDP senators, calling it a wake-up call amid a restructuring effort.

Great MacIver, a former deputy governorship candidate, has warned of potential defections from the Bayelsa State chapter of the APC due to internal injustices.

The opposition front's confidence has shifted to uncertainty as recent events indicate a decline in support for their cause.

The article discusses the urgent need to replace poll workers due to resignations and defections ahead of the upcoming justice reform referendum in Italy.

Recent defections from the Moderate Party in Sörmland, including prominent members forming a new party, highlight internal dissent and criticism of party policies.

The Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State urges new APC members to work towards the party's success in the upcoming 2027 elections following recent defections from the PDP.

The cava industry in Penedès is experiencing upheaval as traditional family brands seek to detach from the Control Board amid commercial challenges and declining sales.

The National Publicity Secretary of the APC claims that the PDP's internal crisis has led to a loss of its status as a functional political party, prompting defections to the APC.

Ladan Salihu, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, criticizes state governors who defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress, saying their reliance on President Bola Tinubu for their political survival is misguided.

Eight opposition senators in Nigeria have defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), increasing its representation in the National Assembly ahead of the 2027 elections.

Internal turmoil within Côte d'Ivoire's PDCI party leads to four deputies suspending their participation in the parliamentary group due to management issues.

A total of 11 lawmakers from Nigeria's opposition parties have defected to the All Progressives Congress and African Democratic Congress amid ongoing political realignments.

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the ruling All Progressives Congress amid internal strife in the PDP.

Lere Oyewumi, the senator from Osun West and last PDP member in Osun, has defected to the Accord Party amid a wave of defections from the PDP.

Opposition lawmakers in Nigeria have affirmed their loyalty to their parties despite an increasing number of defections to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Ekiti State political leaders Biodun Oyebanji and Ayodele Fayose mobilized support for President Bola Tinubu's re-election, highlighting his achievements and encouraging defections from the PDP to the APC during a rally.

The Victorian Liberal party faces a growing challenge from One Nation as polls indicate a significant increase in support for the latter ahead of the upcoming state elections.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar states that the 2027 general election will solely depend on the All Progressives Congress' ability to garner genuine support from Nigerians, despite ongoing political defections to the party.

President Bola Tinubu denies allegations of coercing opposition members to defect to his party, emphasizing the influence of national challenges on political decisions.

Former governor Ibrahim Shekarau is being courted by the APC as political defections shake up the power dynamics in Kano ahead of the 2027 elections.

France is facing significant issues, including conflicts and defections, as it prepares for the upcoming Winter Olympics, with President Emmanuel Macron intervening to prevent a potential failure following the successful Summer Olympics in Paris.

The article discusses recent defections from the Conservative Party to the Liberal Party in Canada, indicating that while the Liberals are gaining seats, their majority is still uncertain.

Mark Carney's speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos has sparked significant political changes in Canada, leading to defections from the Conservative Party and paving the way for a potential Liberal majority.

Amid ongoing nuclear negotiations, Iranian rulers confront internal dissent and discontent as citizens express their grievances against the regime.

On this day in 1992, pilot Danijel Borović defected from the Yugoslav People's Army, bringing Croatia its first MiG-21 fighter jet, amidst a historical backdrop of caution and strategic timing following previous defections.

The article discusses the fragmented state of Australian politics, highlighting the growing significance of the crossbench as the Liberal party struggles to maintain its status as the opposition amidst increasing defections.

Bala Na’Allah, a former Deputy Senate Majority Leader, emphasizes that the All Progressives Congress must work to gain the trust of Nigerians rather than depending on the recent influx of defectors for electoral success in 2027.

House Democrats are declaring a victory following a government shutdown after enough Republicans joined them to advance an Obamacare tax credit extension.

Robert Jenrick, the highest-ranking Tory, has defected to the right-wing party Reform UK, which poses a potential threat to the Conservatives amidst internal disputes leading to a political crisis.

The article discusses how Iran's Guardians of the Revolution serve as a repressive force while benefiting from U.S. sanctions, with potential implications for internal transitions and defections towards demonstrators.

The UK Conservative Party leader, Kemi Badenoch, expels Justice spokesperson Robert Jenrick to prevent defections to Nigel Farage's far-right faction.

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.

Military expert Faiz Al-Duweiri states that the battle in Aleppo is experiencing dramatic changes, indicating an imminent collapse of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) due to their realizing they are losing, leading to defections and a sharp decline in combat capability.

The Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, reportedly has an emergency escape plan due to fears of defections within the security services amid ongoing protests akin to Bashar Al-Assad's situation.