The expected defection of Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno to the All Progressives Congress was finally announced on Friday, 6 June 2025.
The governor officially announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) during a formal ceremony at the Government House in Uyo.
The event attracted prominent APC figures from across the country.
Speaking at the event, Eno said: “After completing the rounds of my consultation as your servant whom you have elected to serve, I have therefore decided to progressively move to the APC.”
He emphasised that his defection was a strategic move: “We are not joining the APC from a position of weakness, but from a position of strength. We’re bringing value to Akwa Ibom State. We’ve come into the APC with a ministry of reconciliation.”
Dignitaries present at the event included Governors Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos); Sheriff Oborevwori (Delta); Bassey Otu (Cross Rivers) Monday Okpebholo (Edo); Senate President Gofswill Akpabio and wife Ekaette.
Governor Eno’s defection marks a major political shift in Akwa Ibom State and could significantly alter the state’s political landscape ahead of future elections.
