President Bola Ahmed Tinubu monitored from his Lagos residence as Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the early hours of Friday, June 6, 2025.
The defection ceremony, held at the Akwa Ibom State Government House in Uyo, was attended by key APC stakeholders, including Governors Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos), Bassey Otu (Cross River), Sheriff Oborevwori (Delta), and Monday Okpebholo (Edo), alongside Mrs. Ekaete Unoma Akpabio, wife of the Senate President.
“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,” Governor Eno, in his announcement, said.
Governor Eno’s move is expected to trigger a mass exodus of PDP officials in the state. Already, 31 local government chairmen, lawmakers, and most commissioners are preparing to follow suit.
However, not all appointees agreed to the transition. Commissioner for Special Duties and Ibom Deep Sea Port, Dr. Ini Ememobong, resigned from his post, citing his refusal to join the APC based on personal convictions.