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NNPP Gains Momentum as Over 800 Politicians Defect Ahead of 2027 Elections

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More than 800 members of major parties have joined the New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP) in Ogun State, marking a significant shift in the country's political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections. The defection ceremony, held on Thursday, May 22, 2025, saw party leaders and grassroots mobilizers from across the 11 wards of Ijebu North Local Government Area embracing the NNPP, citing dissatisfaction with the policies and leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Action Democratic Party (ADP).

Key Takeaways:

  • Over 800 members from APC, PDP, and ADP defected to NNPP in Ijebu-Igbo, Ogun State, amid growing discontent among Nigerians over rising inflation, security challenges, and governance issues.
  • The defection ceremony, held on May 22, 2025, attracted party leaders, grassroots mobilizers, and supporters from across the 11 wards of Ijebu North Local Government Area.
  • NNPP Chairman, Barrister John Olufemi Aina, hailed the defectors for their bold and patriotic decision to join the party, emphasizing its commitment to a genuine rescue mission for Nigeria.
  • The NNPP State Secretary, Alhaja Shakirat Arowolo, charged the new members to be prepared for the next phase of the electoral process, including voter registration and mobilization across all wards.
  • The Chairman of NNPP in Ijebu North, Mr. Ogunyemi, expressed optimism that the party is gaining strength to emerge as a formidable force at both state and national levels.
  • The defection marks a significant shift in the country's political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Statistics:

  • **800+**: Number of members from APC, PDP, and ADP who defected to NNPP in Ijebu-Igbo, Ogun State.
  • **11**: Number of wards in Ijebu North Local Government Area from which the party leaders and supporters attended the defection ceremony.
  • **2027**: Year of the general elections in Nigeria, which the NNPP is targeting with its growing momentum.

Sources:

  • NNPP secretariat in Ijebu-Igbo, Ogun State.
  • Defections cited in the NNPP secretariat release dated May 22, 2025.
  • Statements by NNPP Chairman, Barrister John Olufemi Aina, NNPP State Secretary, Alhaja Shakirat Arowolo, and NNPP Chairman in Ijebu North, Mr. Ogunyemi.

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