
A political group established in support of President Bola Tinubu’s presidential ambition has commended the governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori’s defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Describing this political move as a step in the right direction, the Tinubu Disciples said the governor’s defection is of great benefit to him and the state.
In a statement issued by its national coordinator, Koyoyo Uhrorho, the group also welcomed the Delta governor to the ruling party.
Uhrorho said the governor’s defection to the APC is an evidence of the alignment between the stage and the political landscape at the national level.
He also noted that Oborevwori’s defection to APC will also open new doors for opportunities for the people of Delta State with regard to decision-making at the federal level.
“We welcome the Delta State Governor, Elder Sheriff Oborevwori, to the APC. It is a step in the right direction, a breath of fresh air for the state, and an inclusion into national politics,” Uhrorho said.
The group also said that the governor’s defection is also a testament to tne confidence the people have in President Bola Tinubu.
“Even opposition figures are now seeing what we saw in President Tinubu. With this move, Delta State is firmly positioned within national politics and aligned with a leadership style that emphasizes bold reforms and inclusive governance,” Uhrorho said.