Former Minister of Labour and Productivity, Joel Ikenya, has formally defected from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to rejoin the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Taraba State.
In a statement released to journalists in Jalingo, Mr. Ikenya asserted that his decision was made after “careful deliberation and consultations,” and was ultimately in the “best interest of the people of Taraba.”
He expressed profound gratitude to the PDP, acknowledging its pivotal role in his decades-long career.
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Mr. Ikenya explicitly wrote: “I am pleased to announce that I have formally defected from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the interest of my people, Tarabans,” adding, “You are all aware that the PDP remains the party that has given me the platform to attain all the positions I have ever held in politics, and this is where I believe I am valued and appreciated.”
Known as a grassroots politician with significant influence, particularly in Wukari, Mr. Ikenya has a long political history with the PDP.
He served in the Taraba State House of Assembly (1999–2003), the House of Representatives (2003–2007), and was elected to the Senate (2007–2015), representing Taraba South, all under the PDP platform.
He concluded his time in government as Minister of Labour and Productivity, a position he held from March to May 2015 under President Goodluck Jonathan.
Mr. Ikenya assured his loyal supporters that his return to the PDP was guided solely by his commitment to serving his constituents effectively.
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