The restored peace, however had led to a relocation of tactical command to the North-West, where the military is combating kidnapping and banditry.

The defections were formally announced during plenary session on Tuesday, following their recent resignation from the opposition PDP.

Family members, political figures, including the Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori; the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume; former President Goodluck Jonathan ...