By John Joseph
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Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu, the daughter of former Delta State governor James Ibori and representative of Ethiope Federal Constituency at the National Assembly, has made a bold move by defecting from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). She described this decision as the best of her political career, citing PDP’s attempts to stifle her political aspirations.
Ibori-Suenu expressed gratitude to her supporters and APC leaders for their encouragement, confidently stating, “We will bury PDP in Ologbo River, the bridge between Delta and Edo states. I am already at home – APC is supreme.” She also alleged that the PDP wanted to “kill” her political aspirations, but she has finally found freedom.
The immediate past Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege, welcomed Ibori-Suenu’s defection, describing her as a “political bulldozer.” He expressed confidence that her move would help the APC secure Delta State in the 2027 elections, stating, “With Hon. Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu’s support, the APC is better positioned to take over Delta. Her energy and dedication will greatly strengthen our chances.”
This development comes after the PDP declared Ibori-Suenu’s seat vacant due to her defection, citing Section 68 (1) (g) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended). However, Ibori-Suenu remains unfazed, focusing on her new journey with the APC.
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