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In a significant political development in Benue State, former Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in the 2023 election, Rt. Hon. Titus Uba, has officially defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
The announcement was made on New Year’s Day, January 1, 2026, during a lively celebration with his constituents at Koti-Yough, Mbakyaha, Ute, in Vandeikya Local Government Area. Surrounded by supporters, party loyalists, and community members, Uba described Governor Hyacinth Alia as an embodiment of true brotherhood, signaling his full alignment with the current administration’s vision for the state.
Uba, who previously contested fiercely against Governor Alia in the 2023 gubernatorial election under the PDP banner, has now crossed over to the APC, marking a major shift in the state’s political landscape. His defection is expected to strengthen the APC’s foothold in Vandeikya and the broader Benue South senatorial district, while delivering a blow to the opposition PDP at the start of the new year.
The move comes amid ongoing realignments within Benue politics, as prominent figures reposition themselves ahead of future electoral cycles. Supporters at the event expressed excitement over the development, viewing it as a step toward greater unity and accelerated development under Governor Alia’s leadership.
Political observers note that Uba’s decision reflects growing confidence in the APC-led administration’s performance and its ability to deliver on promises of good governance, security, and infrastructure development across the state.
As Benue steps into 2026, this high-profile defection is likely to reshape alliances and influence the dynamics of political engagement in the food basket of the nation. Many will be watching to see how Uba’s integration into the APC folds out and what role he will play in supporting the government’s agenda moving forward.
