In a momentous event that showcased the shifting political landscape of Edo State, Hon Francis Okoye, former Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Hon Felix Akhabue, a former governorship aspirant under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Hon Kingsley Ehigiamusoe, former Deputy Chief of Staff, Office of the Deputy Governor, along with their numerous supporters, made a triumphant return to the All Progressives Congress (APC) at a vibrant rally held in Uromi, the headquarters of Esan North East local government area.
These three influential figures had recently resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing feelings of exclusion by Governor Godwin Obaseki’s administration.
Their decision to rejoin the APC was met with great enthusiasm and anticipation by their supporters.
The rally, which was attended by a multitude of party members, was graced by the presence of Emperor Jarret, the Acting State Chairman of the APC, as well as several other esteemed party leaders.
Notably, the party’s governorship candidate, Sen Monday Okpebholo, and his running mate, Hon Dennis Idahosa, were also in attendance, adding to the significance of the occasion.
Hon Felix Akhabue expressed his joy at returning to the APC, emphasizing that this defection marked the beginning of a powerful movement that would secure victory for the APC in Edo Central and the state as a whole in the upcoming 2024 governorship elections.
The atmosphere was charged with optimism and a renewed sense of unity among party members.
The rejoining of these influential figures and their supporters signifies a significant shift in the political landscape of Edo State.
As the APC continues to strengthen its ranks, it is poised to make a formidable impact in the forthcoming elections, setting the stage for a dynamic and competitive political environment in the state.
