9 h. ago Oborevwori, Okowa, Delta PDP’s defections: Unprecedented political tsunami –Tinubu

•It’s a movement –Oborevwori   From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, described the defection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, and the entire structure of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State, to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a political tsunami of unimaginable proportions. He stated this while […] The post Oborevwori, Okowa, Delta PDP’s defections: Unprecedented political tsunami –Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago “More Governors Will Join APC After Oborevwori’s Defection” – Ganduje

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has expressed confidence that more governors currently in opposition parties will soon defect to the ruling APC. Ganduje made the statement on Monday during a special event in Asaba, Delta State, organized to officially welcome Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa into […] The post “More Governors Will Join APC After Oborevwori’s Defection” – Ganduje appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago My Defection To APC Was For Delta’s Growth, Not Personal Gain – Okowa

Former Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, has clarified the reasons behind his recent defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) alongside Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. Speaking on Monday, Okowa revealed that the decision was motivated by the need to strengthen Delta State’s connection to the federal government’s resources and goodwill, which he believes are essential for […] The post My Defection To APC Was For Delta’s Growth, Not Personal Gain – Okowa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago ‘It’s an unprecedented political tsunami’ – Tinubu on Oborevwori, Okowa, Delta PDP defections

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Monday, described the defection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, and the entire structure of Delta State Peoples Democratic Party, PDP to the All Progressives Congress, APC as a political tsunami of unimaginable proportions.  President Tinubu stated this while receiving Governor Oborevwori, immediate past […] The post ‘It’s an unprecedented political tsunami’ – Tinubu on Oborevwori, Okowa, Delta PDP defections appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago We Defected To APC In Delta People’s Interest, Say Gov Oborevwori, Okowa

Delta State governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has described his defection alongside his cabinet and other stakeholders from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as “a movement” rather than a mere political shift. Governor Oborevwori disclosed this on Monday while addressing a large crowd at the welcome rally to formally receive him […]

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23 h. ago Oborevwori’s defection ignites leadership battle in Delta APC

The defection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has set the stage for a potential leadership read more Oborevwori’s defection ignites leadership battle in Delta APC

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29 h. ago Defections: As APC tightens grip, opposition goes comatose in National Assembly

By Adesuwa Tsan The recent wave of defections by prominent opposition figures including Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s dramatic switch from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) is reshaping Nigeria’s political landscape. But perhaps more significantly, it is creating a dangerous silence within the National Assembly, where a robust opposition […] The post Defections: As APC tightens grip, opposition goes comatose in National Assembly appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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55 h. ago Oborevwori, Okowa, others’ defection ‘ll strengthen APC in South

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Chairman of National Agency for The Great Green Wall (NAGGW), Senator Magnus Abe, has said the defection of Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, his deputy and entire cabinet as well as former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, is a move that would strengthen and consolidate the All Progressives Congress (APC), support base […] The post Oborevwori, Okowa, others’ defection ‘ll strengthen APC in South-South – Abe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Okowa’s defection to APC not about evading EFCC investigation – Oborevwori’s CPS

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri The Chief Press Secretary, CPS to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, Sir Festus Ahon, has dismissed claims that former Delta Governor, Dr Ifeanyi Okowa joined the APC to dodge EFCC investigations. Ahon dismissed the allegations making the round in the state following the governor’s switch along with former Governor […] The post Okowa’s defection to APC not about evading EFCC investigation – Oborevwori’s CPS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Ganduje Celebrates Okowa, Oborevwori’s Defection To APC, Pledges Cooperation

Delta State has experienced a dramatic political shift with the defection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and former Delta State Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This marks a pivotal moment in the state’s political history and has already begun to reshape the region’s political landscape. […] The post Ganduje Celebrates Okowa, Oborevwori’s Defection To APC, Pledges Cooperation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Nwoko welcomes Oborevwori to APC, urges championing of Anioma

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Senator Ned Munir Nwoko (Delta North) has urged Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to leverage his recent defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) to advocate for the creation of Anioma State, a long-standing aspiration of the Anioma people. Nwoko, who left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the APC in January 2025, […] The post Nwoko welcomes Oborevwori to APC, urges championing of Anioma appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago “Defection By Okowa, Oborevwori To PDP Is Testament To Tinubu’s Good Governance” – Wike

The political landscape in Delta State took a significant turn on Wednesday as both Ifeanyi Okowa, former presidential running mate to Atiku Abubakar, and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The defections have been hailed by several political figures, including Nyesom Wike, the Minister of […] The post “Defection By Okowa, Oborevwori To PDP Is Testament To Tinubu’s Good Governance” – Wike appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago 2027: Defections hit PDP, party loses Delta gov, Osun reps member joins APC

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the ranks of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) further depleted yesterday with the defection of the Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori and other government officials to the All Progressives Congress (APC). His defection puts to rest speculations about his political direction. Announcing the defection in Asaba, the state capital, […] The post 2027: Defections hit PDP, party loses Delta gov, Osun reps member joins APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago 2027: Defections hit PDP, loses Delta gov, rep member in Osun to APC

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the ranks of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) further  depleted  yesterday with the defection  of  Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori  and other government officials to the All Progressives Congress (APC).  His defection puts to rest speculations about his  political direction. Announcing the defection in Asaba, the state capital, […] The post 2027: Defections hit PDP, loses Delta gov, rep member in Osun to APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Cabinet reshuffle looms in Delta as Oborevwori, deputy, commissioners join APC

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Wednesday may prompt a cabinet reshuffle, according to a senior state House of Assembly member who attended a PDP stakeholders’ meeting in Asaba. The anonymous source stated, “In a few days’ […] The post Cabinet reshuffle looms in Delta as Oborevwori, deputy, commissioners join APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Analyst Warns APC Against Gov Oborevwori’s Alleged Defection Move

A prominent political analyst in Delta State, George Urhie, has warned the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the national level of the dire consequences of allowing Governor Sherrif Oborevwori of Delta State to defect to the party and seek re-election on its platform come 2027. Urhie’s warning comes amid rumours of Oborevwori’s […]

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