The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has revealed that more governors are expected to join the ruling party.
This development comes as Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general elections, signaling a growing consolidation of support for the APC.
The statement was made on Tuesday, during the Bayelsa State chapter’s 12th expanded stakeholders meeting and endorsement for President Bola Tinubu in Yenagoa.
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Speaking through the APC Deputy National Chairman, South, Chief Emma Eneukwu, Yilwatda emphasized that President Tinubu’s performance has influenced several governors and senators to leave their parties and align with APC.
“Our doors are still open. More governors are still moving into our party, more personalities, senators, and members of the House of Representatives because of the caliber, integrity, and the output of the person we make president,” he said.
Yilwatda further described opposition efforts as inconsequential, stating: “Other people who are running around trying to challenge the president in the 2027 election.
“But of course you know, when you have a lion and other small animals are barking, the lion doesn’t even take notice of them, he goes about his duties properly, that is what the president is doing.”
He also praised the South South geopolitical zone for rallying behind APC, noting that governors who were previously in other political parties have recognized the quality of President Tinubu and joined APC to support his re-election bid.
“They are leaving their parties to come to APC to support Mr President in 2027 to record an overwhelming victory,” Yilwatda added.
