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A group of 16 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule, have switched allegiance from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Amaewhule announced the lawmakers’ defection during a plenary session on Friday, attributing their shift to what he called a “clear division” within the PDP.
“Distinguished colleagues, very happily, let me announce that your speaker has decided and has indeed written to my ward chairman of my decision to leave the PDP. APC is my new party,” Amaewhule said.
The other legislators joining the APC are Dumle Maol, Major Jack, Linda Stewart, Franklin Nwabochi, Azeru Opara, Smart Adoki, Enemi George, Solomon Wami, Igwe Aforji, Tekena Wellington, Looloo Opuende, Peter Abbey, Arnold Dennis, Chimezie Nwankwo, and Ofiks Kabang.
On Wednesday, the 32-member Rivers assembly expressed its support for President Bola Tinubu and encouraged him to run for re-election.
On March 18, Tinubu imposed a state of emergency in Rivers due to a prolonged political crisis and instability in the state. He also suspended Siminalayi Fubara, the governor, and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and all members of the Rivers Assembly for an initial period of six months. It was terminated on September 17, 2025.
