Mr Ugochinyere’s emergence follows the resignation of the former Minority Leader, Kingsley Chinda.
FCT minister Nyesom Wike has described ongoing infrastructure projects across Abuja as a clear “demonstration of President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to good governance”.
Mr Chinda polled a total of 268,497 votes.
“As we approach the national convention, I urge all stakeholders to place the collective interest of the party above personal ambitions,” said PDP’s chairman.
Mr Chinda commended Nigerian workers’ sacrifices and contributions to the development of the country.
The caucus said that it found the killings of innocent Nigerians in any part of the country by lawless mobs reprehensible
The House of Representatives minority caucus has urged Muslims in the country to pray for peace, unity and progress in Nigeria as they marked Eid-el-Fitr.
Nigeria first practised the Westminster parliamentary system of government at independence in 1960
“The parliament will be very hot today,” a lawmaker said under anonymity to discuss the upcoming rancour.
The Minority Leader, Kingsley Chinda, faulted the defection, citing Section 68(1)(g) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) which prescribed the consequences of defection.
