"Why Ireti Kingibe Made the Bold Move from Labour Party to ADC in 2027"

The Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ireti Kingibe, has disclosed her reasons for leaving the Labour Party and joining the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

During an interview on ‘Politics Today,’ a program on Channels Television that was monitored by DAILY POST on Wednesday, Kingibe stated that the Labour Party has become divided.

“The Labour Party currently exists in two factions: the Abure faction and the Nenadi faction. So, what do you expect me or anyone else in the Labour Party to do? Naturally, only those who are not holding political positions would claim they remain with the Labour Party.

“However, if you hold a political office or intend to run for one, which faction would you represent? In the Local Council elections, the Labour Party is not fielding candidates. Therefore, it is clearly not a viable platform for seeking election at this time.

“The constitution permits any elected member to seek an alternative platform if their original party is factionalized. I firmly believe that those who defect without adhering to constitutional requirements should forfeit their seats, but in our situation, that does not apply.

“That’s precisely what the constitution states.
Regarding my seat, the reality is that since Olusegun Obasanjo's administration, very few have had control over how the people of the FCT vote,” she remarked.

Eze Chidiebere Paul

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