In a dramatic turn of events, Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, alongside his predecessor Ifeanyi Okowa and numerous political figures, officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), causing shockwaves throughout the political landscape.
The defection, which saw the entire PDP structure in the state move en masse to APC, is viewed by many as a major realignment ahead of the 2027 elections, with political analysts suggesting it could be the beginning of further defections from opposition states to the ruling party. Governor Oborevwori justified the shift, claiming it was driven by the need for Delta State to connect to the "resources and goodwill" in Abuja under President Bola Tinubu's leadership.
Notably, Oborevwori’s move signals a broader political trend in the South-South region, where increasing numbers of governors, including those in Edo and Cross River, are embracing APC policies. This has sparked fears within the opposition, as figures like Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa face pressure to publicly declare their allegiance ahead of the 2027 elections.
The defection was further emphasized by APC National Chairman Umar Ganduje, who hinted at more governors joining the ruling party in the coming months, adding fuel to the speculation that the APC’s influence will continue to grow.
