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On April 23, 2025, Delta Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa defected to the APC, emphasizing the need for stronger ties with Abuja. Both leaders are focused on securing greater opportunities for Delta state, and Okowa expressed regret over the lost potential during his time in the PDP
  • Okowa stresses Delta's need for better connections to the federal government.
  • Oborevwori backs the strategic move, urging unity for progress.
  • Delta, once controlled by PDP, is now under APC leadership with Oborevwori at the helm.

The defection signifies a pivotal shift in Delta’s political landscape, with APC now dominating the state's political scene under Governor Oborevwori’s leadership. Both leaders call for unity to achieve greater development for Delta.