Former Inspector-General of Police, Sulaiman Abba, has officially left the All Progressives Congress (APC) to join the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and announced his intention to run for the Jigawa Central Senatorial seat in the upcoming 2027 general election. He made this announcement during a speech to party supporters and stakeholders in Bamaina, his hometown.

Former Inspector-General of Police, Suleiman Abba, has left the All Progressives Congress (APC) to join the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Jigawa State, according to Naija News.

Kabiru Bello Bandawaire, the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial candidate for Taraba North, has rejected claims that he has been replaced. He emphasized the importance of the APC respecting due process and stated that he will not sell his mandate, according to Naija News.

Godswill Akpabio, the President of the Senate, referred to Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, as the National Leader of the winning faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). This statement was made on Friday, as Akpabio urged Nigerians to disregard Wike's claim of being an exceptional performer during his tenure as governor.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) faction aligned with Minister Nyesom Wike has denied rumors of his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Jungudo Mohammed, the National Publicity Secretary of the faction, emphasized Wike's importance as a valuable asset in a statement released on Wednesday, addressing the speculations surrounding his political allegiance.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has officially sworn in four new senators who won their seats in recent by-elections. The ceremony marks the addition of these new members to the Senate following their electoral victories.