At least four current governors from opposition parties are reportedly in advanced talks to join the ruling party before the end of 2025, according to the All Progressives Congress, or APC.
The APC claims that this action is a component of a larger plan to increase its power and visibility in advance of the national elections in 2027.
In an interview, the party’s National Vice Chairman (South-East), Dr. Ijeoma Arodiogbu, disclosed that the governors of the states of Plateau, Taraba, Rivers, and Abia were the targets.
“It is a possibility that the Plateau governor will join us likewise his Taraba counterpart. We are also looking forward to receiving Rivers governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and Governor Alex Otti of Abia State in our midst,” Arodiogbu said.
He went on to say that negotiations with the governors had proceeded to a point where their defection may occur “in the coming weeks.”
“These are all high possibilities. We expect that to happen in the coming weeks before our congresses. Most of these defections are expected to happen before the end of this year. Once they happen, it will further confirm that the APC remains the dominant and most organised political platform in Nigeria,” he stated.
Arodiogbu credited the party’s growing power to its inclusive strategy and reform-focused agenda, which he claimed continue to attract well-known politicians from all around the country.
He added, “The reality is that the APC has grown into a home for all progressives. Our growth isn’t just in numbers but also in the quality of leadership. Governors and other political figures are increasingly recognising that this party provides stability and direction for Nigeria’s democracy.”
He claimed that the national chairman has consistently maintained an open door policy for politicians who wish to become members of the party.
“The national chairman has emphasised that the APC remains open to all. We are welcoming individuals of goodwill who support President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda,” he said.
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