The Shocking Departure of Ifeanyi Okowa and Sherrif Oborevwori: A Heavy Blow to Atiku Abubakar and the PDP
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The recent departure of Ifeanyi Okowa, former Delta State Governor, and current Governor Sherrif Oborevwori to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has sent shockwaves across the political landscape of Nigeria. This mass exodus signals a significant shift in the nation's political arena.
In a bold move, the duo, along with the entire Delta State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) structure, has decided to align with what they perceive as a stronger political force. This transition aims to advance the development and stability of Delta State by fortifying ties with the federal government, potentially guaranteeing more federal support for state projects.
The decision to defect from the PDP comes amidst growing dissatisfaction with the party's internal dynamics and leadership. Senator James Manager's statement, "We cannot continue to be in a sinking boat," hints at this unrest and the desire for change. The defection may also herald a response to the perceived breach of the PDP's power rotation arrangement and its Constitution by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
Atiku Abubakar, who had Okowa as his running mate in the 2023 elections, has responded to the defection with a sense of disappointment, alluding to the broader implications for the PDP's internal dynamics and power rotation arrangements. The defection could potentially disrupt the historical PDP support for power rotation between regions in Nigeria, weakening the PDP's ability to maintain its internal power dynamics and influence in regional politics.
The APC, as a result, stands to gain significant political leverage in Delta State, enhancing its presence in the South-South region. This shift in political allegiances not only suggests a fluid nature of Nigerian politics but also has broader implications for the PDP's power structure and its ability to effectively contest future elections.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing political story.
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- The shocking departure of Ifeanyi Okowa and Sherrif Oborevwori from the PDP to the APC is a significant shift in Nigeria's political arena, potentially strengthening the APC's presence in the South-South region.
- The duo's decision, along with the entire Delta State PDP structure, is a bold move to align with a perceived stronger political force for the development and stability of Delta State.
- The defection may be a response to growing dissatisfaction within the PDP, as suggested by Senator James Manager's statement, "We cannot continue to be in a sinking boat."
- Atiku Abubakar, who had Okowa as his running mate in the 2023 elections, has expressed disappointment and hinted at broader implications for the PDP's internal dynamics and power rotation arrangements.
- The defection could disrupt the historical PDP support for power rotation between regions, potentially weakening the PDP's ability to maintain its power structure and influence in regional politics.
- The general news now includes reactions from various political figures, such as Mark, Saraki, Lukman, Sowunmi, VP Shettima, Oborevwori, and Okpebholo, regarding the defection.
- The Delta APC has initiated a registration process to integrate the defectors from the PDP, setting the stage for a possible realignment of political alliances in the state.
- The political landscape of Nigeria continues to evolve, with the ongoing implications of this defection and other related developments shaping policy-and-legislation and the broader politics of the nation.
