Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno has officially joined the All-Progressives Congress (APC). Read the full story and analysis on how this move could reshape the political landscape of the state and Nigeria at large.
In a move
that could reshape the political landscape of Akwa Ibom State, Governor Umo Eno
has officially joined the All-Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was
made public through a press statement released on June 6, 2025, by APC’s
National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka.
The
National Working Committee of the APC, led by Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje,
welcomed the governor with enthusiasm. According to the statement, the party
sees Governor Eno’s decision as a thoughtful and progressive step toward the
development of Akwa Ibom.
“We are confident that his thoughtful decision will inure to the greater progress of Akwa Ibom State and its people,” the statement reads.
The APC
leadership has assured the governor of full cooperation and integration into
the party structure, signalling a united front moving forward. The statement
also emphasized alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed
Tinubu, a policy direction aimed at national growth and prosperity.
Governor
Eno’s switch to APC is notable for several reasons. Akwa Ibom has long been
seen as a stronghold for opposition parties. His move signals a possible shift
in political loyalties and could influence the balance of power ahead of
upcoming elections. It is believed that this development reflects APC’s broader
strategy to consolidate influence nationwide by bringing in key political
figures from historically resistant states.
Going forward, will other political figures in Akwa Ibom
follow suit and what does this mean for the opposition’s strategy in the
South-South region?
One thing
is clear, Governor Eno's defection has sparked a new chapter in Akwa Ibom
politics, and all eyes will be on how it unfolds.
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