Nigeria, Jan. 16 -- A former Senate Minority Leader, Simon Mwadkwon, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Mr Mwadkwon represented Plateau North in the 10th National Assembly and briefly served as Senate Minority Leader in 2023.

He announced his defection during a visit to APC elders in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, on Tuesday.

"I am here to formally announce my entry into the APC and to seek the counsel of party elders at the grassroots," he said.

Mr Mwadkwon said his decision followed extensive consultations with constituents, political stakeholders, family members and associates across Plateau North, which comprises Barkin Ladi, Riyom, Jos North, Jos South...