BREAKING: Umo Eno dumps PDP for APC; declares “I’m now making progressive move”

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno has officially announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) saying it was a ‘progressive move’.

He made the announcement on Friday, June 6, during a formal ceremony at the Government House in Uyo.

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.”

He stressed that his defection was a strategic move: “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.”

The governor expressed his gratitude to the PDP for their support during his tenure, stating that it was time for him to make a progressive move.

Eno said he decided to join the APC, citing his admiration for President Bola Tinubu and the need for Akwa Ibom State to align with the federal government to reap continuous benefits.

The event attracted prominent APC figures from across the country including the Senate President Gofswill Akpabio and wife, Ekaette.

Other dignitaries present at the event were Governors Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos); Sheriff Oborevwori (Delta); Bassey Otu (Cross Rivers); Monday Okpebholo (Edo);

Governor Eno’s defection marks a major political shift in Akwa Ibom State and could significantly alter the state’s political landscape ahead of future elections.