The announcement was made on Friday at the Government House in Uyo, the state capital. Governor Eno said his decision followed “three months of wide consultation” with key stakeholders across the state.
Expressing appreciation to the PDP for its support during his tenure, Eno described his move as a “progressive step” aimed at aligning Akwa Ibom with the federal government for the state’s continued development.
“Thisis not a move born out of weakness but from a position of strength,” Eno stated. “We are joining the APC today in the interest of our state, out of respect and admiration for President Bola Tinubu, and to support Senate President Godswill Akpabio.”
The governor reassured the people of Akwa Ibom that his administration would remain focused on delivering good governance, regardless of party affiliation.
The defection event was attended by several APC governors, including Hope Uzodimma (Imo), who also chairs the Progressives Governors Forum, Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos), Dapo Abiodun (Ogun), Sheriff Oborevwori (Delta), Francis Nwifuru (Ebonyi), Lucky Aiyedatiwa (Ondo), and Bassey Otu (Cross River), among others.
