Weak party ideology fuelling defections — Ganduje

Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, blamed the growing wave of political defections on the absence of ideology in Nigeria's political parties. Speaking at the launch of the book 'Nigeria's Journey to Democratic Rule' in Abuja, he said politicians are abandoning parties for personal interests rather than principles. He emphasized that democracy is more than just holding elections every four years, but rests on the rule of law, constitutional order, and vibrant parties practicing internal democracy. His remarks come amid ongoing defections and political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections.