ADVERTISEMENT
  • About Us
  • Advertise
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
Thursday, July 31, 2025
  • Headlines
  • Top Stories
  • Politics
  • Crime Watch
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
No Result
View All Result
  • Headlines
  • Top Stories
  • Politics
  • Crime Watch
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
No Result
View All Result
No Result
View All Result
  • Headlines
  • Top Stories
  • Politics
  • Crime Watch
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
ADVERTISEMENT
Home 2027 Election

APC Targets Defections From Five Opposition Governors Ahead of 2027 Elections

Arodiogbu dismissed the much-talked-about opposition coalition between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party leader Peter Obi as political theatre, calling it “a media stunt” with no real momentum.

by NewsOnline Nigeria
June 30, 2025
in 2027 Election, Top Stories
0
2027 Elections

APC is currently targeting defections from five opposition Governors ahead of 2027 elections.

 

As political realignments gather steam ahead of the 2027 presidential election, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has revealed plans to woo at least five governors from opposition parties into its fold.

 

This revelation follows the recent resignation of the party’s former National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, and forms part of a broader strategy to consolidate power and deepen the party’s influence across key regions.

 

ALSO: Tinubu Approves Decentralised PPP Policy To Fast-Track Infrastructure Projects Under ₦20 Billion

 

In an interview with The PUNCH, APC National Vice Chairman (South East), Dr. Ijeoma Arodiogbu, confirmed that the party is in advanced discussions with governors from Bayelsa, Rivers, Plateau, Kano, and either Abia or Enugu States.

 

“We are talking about governors from Bayelsa, Rivers, Plateau, Kano, either Abia or Enugu. In the next two months, you will see them join us officially,” Arodiogbu stated.

 

The APC has recently seen a wave of high-profile defections, including those of Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno and Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. Former PDP vice-presidential candidate Ifeanyi Okowa and several lawmakers have also crossed over. Additionally, Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has publicly backed President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid, sparking speculation of a possible defection.

 

Arodiogbu dismissed the much-talked-about opposition coalition between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party leader Peter Obi as political theatre, calling it “a media stunt” with no real momentum.

 

“These politicians just want to stay relevant. Nigerians are aligning with the APC because we are delivering,” he added.

 

He also hinted at ongoing overtures to Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri, key political figures in Rivers State, and even Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke—though he acknowledged resistance from some Osun APC stakeholders regarding Adeleke’s possible entry into the party.

 

On Anambra’s political future, Arodiogbu clarified that while Soludo has shown public support for President Tinubu, the APC remains focused on fielding its own candidate, backing businessman Nicholas Ukachukwu as its flagbearer in the state.

 

With these strategic moves, the APC is positioning itself to reinforce its national dominance ahead of the 2027 elections, banking on defections, regional alliances, and internal restructuring to shore up its political capital.

ADVERTISEMENT
Previous Post

Dollar To Naira Black Market Exchange Rate Today, 30 June 2025

Next Post

Seriki Hausawa Council Endorses Olowa For 2nd Term At BAT-House Monthly Meeting

Next Post

Seriki Hausawa Council Endorses Olowa For 2nd Term At BAT-House Monthly Meeting

Trending Stories

BREAKING: 28 Senators, 46 Reps Members Reportedly Join ADC (FULL LIST)

BREAKING: Peter Obi Speaks On Joining PDP Amid ADC Coalition Controversies

BREAKING: Wike Reportedly Leases Popular Abuja Riverplate Park Area For 99 Years

BREAKING: President Appoints Ambassador In Latest Diplomatic Appointments (FULL LIST)

Dollar To Naira Black Market Exchange Rate Today, 30 July 2025

BREAKING: NNPCL Boss, Bayo Ojulari Speaks On Sale Of Port Harcourt Refinery Amid Controversy

U.S. Embassy Slams Nigerian Governors for Lavish Spending Amid Widespread Poverty

How To Watch BBNaija Season 10 Live On GOtv, DStv, Showmax, Other Free Platforms

APC Targets Defections From Five Opposition Governors Ahead of 2027 Elections

BREAKING: ADC Coalition Faces Imminent Collapse Amid Peter Obi’s Return To PDP

Latest Stories

BREAKING: Wike Reportedly Leases Popular Abuja Riverplate Park Area For 99 Years

Tinubu Approves Olumode Samuel Adeyemi As New Controller-General of Federal Fire Service

FG Urges Nigerian Nurses To Suspend Planned Strike Amid Welfare Dispute

BREAKING: NNPCL Boss, Bayo Ojulari Speaks On Sale Of Port Harcourt Refinery Amid Controversy

How To Watch BBNaija Season 10 Live On GOtv, DStv, Showmax, Other Free Platforms

BREAKING: Peter Obi Speaks On Joining PDP Amid ADC Coalition Controversies

BREAKING: 28 Senators, 46 Reps Members Reportedly Join ADC (FULL LIST)

BREAKING: FIRS Stops Issuance of Tax Exemption Certificates to All Entities

Peter Obi’s Possible Return to PDP Gains Momentum Amid Reconciliation Talks

BREAKING: ADC Coalition Faces Imminent Collapse Amid Peter Obi’s Return To PDP

ADVERTISEMENT

NEWSONLINE NIGERIA

Get the Latest Naija News, Breaking News, Top Stories, World News, Business, Politics & Entertainment from NewsOnline Nigeria.

RELEVANT PAGES

  • About Us
  • Advertise
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy

ALERT US

Important Press Releases, Special Investigations: admin@newsonlineng.com

OFFICE ADDRESS

13 Poland Street, London, United Kingdom (UK)

Copyright © 2025 NewsOnline Nigeria

No Result
View All Result
  • Headlines
  • Top Stories
  • Politics
  • Crime Watch
  • Entertainment
  • Sports

Copyright © 2023 Newsonline Nigeria

Exit mobile version