In a major political development, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The dramatic shift was confirmed following a high-level, closed-door meeting held at the Government House in Asaba on Wednesday evening. According to sources close to the meeting, top APC leaders were present to receive the governor, marking what many analysts are already calling a significant political realignment ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Governor Oborevwori, who secured victory in the 2023 gubernatorial election on the PDP platform, has been a key political figure in Delta State. His defection is expected to have wide-reaching implications for the political landscape in the South-South region and beyond.
Although details surrounding his decision remain unclear, insiders suggest the move is part of a broader strategy to consolidate power and strengthen APC’s influence in the region. The governor is also believed to be aligning himself with the ruling party at the federal level to secure future political advantages.
Political observers say Oborevwori’s switch to APC could trigger a wave of defections in Delta State, as political allies and loyalists may follow suit.
The APC, which has been working to expand its footprint in traditionally PDP-dominated states, is expected to leverage the governor’s defection to bolster its grassroots support ahead of the next election cycle.
No official statement has been issued by the PDP as of press time, but party leaders are expected to meet in the coming days to deliberate on the governor’s exit and its implications for the party’s structure in the state.
