Politics
Agege: Defection Of Oborevwori, Delta PDP To APC Underscores Success Of Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda
By Daniel Dafe
Deputy President of the 9th Senate and Leader, APC Delta State, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, CFR, has said that the historic defection of His Excellency, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and all leaders and members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) into the All Progressives Congress (APC), “underscores the success of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda in driving growth and development in our country.”
He said this in a statement on Sunday.
He added: “In line with outcomes of deliberations with the national leadership of our Party, the Progressive Governors Forum and Delta APC stakeholders, I wish to assure all stakeholders that any issues arising from this development are being carefully considered and managed with prudence and foresight, in the best interests of our party and our beloved state.”
He continued: “Let us embrace this development with unity, understanding, and a shared commitment to the progress of Delta State and Nigeria.”
According to the statement, “in this renewed spirit of brotherhood in Delta APC, I urge all LGA and Ward Chairmen, their executives, party members, and our teeming supporters to turn out en-masse for the welcome reception of our new members into the APC on Monday, April 28, 2025 in Asaba.”
Furthermore, he said that this development reaffirms their commitment to progressive governance, promising a brighter future for the people and a more prosperous, secure, and united Nigeria.
“Together, we will work tirelessly to achieve greatness for Delta State and Nigeria,” he said.
He also expressed sincere gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for his political sagacity and visionary leadership, as well as to the National Chairman and the entire National Working Committee of the APC for their unwavering support and tireless efforts, just as he prayed that “their efforts continue to yield positive outcomes for our great party.”