- The defection of five Labour Party lawmakers to the APC has highlighted the absence of genuine political ideology in Nigerian politics
- The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) criticized the leadership selection process, emphasizing the need to assess candidates’ values and character
- The ACF urged the electorate and institutions to hold leaders accountable, warning that unchecked impunity fosters a political environment devoid of principles
The defection of five Labour Party lawmakers to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has sparked widespread debate, with critics questioning the ideological consistency of Nigerian politicians.
The move has reignited discussions about the character of the nation’s political landscape and the motivations driving party-switching.
