BREAKING: Reps deputy spokesperson Philip Agbese dumps APC for Labour Party

Politics BREAKING: Reps deputy spokesperson Philip Agbese dumps APC for Labour Party Published on March 31, 2026 By Ochogwu Sunday googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); The Member, representing Ado/ Okpokwu/ Ogbadibo Federal Constituency in Benue State, Philip Agbese, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress, APC. Agbese, who is currently the deputy spokesperson of the House of Representatives announced on Tuesday that he has defected to the Labour Party. In a statement he posted on his official Facebook page, Agbese said he is “answering a higher call to serve my people with sincerity, humility, and commitment” through the Labour Party. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); The lawmaker said he has been “warmly received by my esteemed colleagues in the House of Representatives who are members of the party from across the country into the LP, where Papa, Mama and Pikin dey house. “Guided by the exemplary leadership mantra of our distinguished National Chairman, Her Excellency, Senator Nenadi Usman, I feel honoured to be a member of such a modest assembly of patriots”. The lawmaker admitted that “being the highest political office holder of the party from Benue State, I perfectly understand the task of building and re-energising the party for victory across the board. “Therefore, our membership will be anchored on inclusiveness, mutual respect, and the recognition that every member — both old and new — has a vital role to play in building a stronger and more united party”. Don't Miss APC Governors, Ministers don’t have Tinubu at heart — Alwan You may like APC Governors, Ministers don’t have Tinubu at heart — Alwan 2027: Why Tinubu, APC shivering over ADC’s momentum — Atiku El-Rufai returns to court for trial after mother’s burial Kwankwaso’s defection a political stunt, overhyped – Lagos APC ‘This is not good’ – Bashir Ahmad confirms Gawuna has dumped APC 2027: I’ll bring back Kwankwaso to APC if I have my way – Mohammed Jamo

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