2027: Four More Opposition Governors Set to Join Us - APC

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has revealed that four sitting governors from opposition parties are in advanced discussions to defect to the ruling party before the end of 2025.

National Vice Chairman of the APC (South-East), Dr. Ijeoma Arodiogbu, disclosed this in an interview, naming the governors of Plateau, Taraba, Rivers, and Abia States as those being courted by the party.

“It is a possibility that the Plateau governor will join us likewise his Taraba counterpart. We are also looking forward to receiving Rivers governor, (Siminalayi) Fubara, and Governor (Alex) Otti of Abia State in our midst,” Arodiogbu stated.

He added that the planned defections were expected to take place before the party’s forthcoming congresses.

“These are all high possibilities. We expect that to happen in the coming weeks before our congresses. Most of these defections are expected to happen before the end of this year. Once they happen, it will further confirm that the APC remains the dominant and most organised political platform in Nigeria,” he said.

Arodiogbu explained that the ruling party’s inclusiveness and reform-driven policies have made it a preferred choice for many political leaders across party lines.

“The truth is that the APC has become a home for all progressives. We are not just expanding in numbers but in quality leadership. Governors and other political leaders are beginning to see that this is the platform that offers stability and direction for Nigeria’s democracy,” he said.

He added that the APC leadership under its national chairman remains committed to strengthening internal democracy and supporting President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda

He added, “The national chairman has made it clear that the APC is not closing its doors to anyone. We are reaching out to people of goodwill who believe in President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.”