The Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno has officially announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Ending months of speculations of his possible dumping the party which he rode to power in the State.
Eno made the announcement on Friday, June 6, during a formal ceremony at the Government House in Uyo.
According to source, the defection event attracted prominent APC figures from across the country, who throng the State to welcome him into the APC fold.
Speaking at the event, Eno said: “After completing the rounds of my consultation as your servant whom you have elected to serve, I have, therefore, decided to progressively move to the APC.”
The Governor, however, emphasized that his defection was a strategic move.
He said, “We are not joining the APC from a position of weakness, but from a position of strength.
“We’re bringing value to Akwa Ibom State. We’ve come into the APC with a ministry of reconciliation.”
Some notable dignitaries present at the event included Governors Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos); Sheriff Oborevwori (Delta) and Bassey Otu (Cross Rivers). Others are Monday Okpebholo (Edo) and the Senate President Godswill Akpabio and wife Ekaette.
Governor Eno’s defection marks a major political shift in Akwa Ibom State. A development that could significantly alter the State’s political landscape ahead of 2027 general elections.