Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s sudden defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has triggered outrage and condemnation, especially from political watchdog group Fix PDP, Fix Nigeria. The group has labeled the governor’s move a “betrayal of trust” and a “monumental setback” for the PDP, signaling what could become a fierce political battle in the run-up to the 2027 elections.
Ejiro Moses, speaking on behalf of Fix PDP, Fix Nigeria, didn’t mince words. He described the defection as a blatant act of political opportunism and vowed that the group would ensure the governor faces consequences at the ballot box. According to Moses, the betrayal is not just political—it’s personal for the millions of Deltans who voted Oborevwori into office under the PDP banner.
“This is a breach of faith,” Moses said. “Governor Sheriff’s defection is a slap in the face of party loyalists and a gross violation of the mandate given to him by the people. It’s not just about switching parties; it’s about abandoning the ideals and promises he once stood for.”
The defection marks a historic moment for Delta State, making Oborevwori the first sitting governor in the state to abandon the PDP since Nigeria’s return to democracy in 1999. Analysts say this move could significantly alter political alignments across the oil-rich region, sparking shifts in loyalty and strategy among voters and political stakeholders.
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Fix PDP, Fix Nigeria has pledged to ramp up its advocacy, warning that the governor’s reelection bid will be fiercely resisted. The group is already mobilizing grassroots campaigns aimed at rallying disillusioned PDP supporters and turning the defection into a key issue in the next electoral cycle.
Political insiders note that high-profile defections like Oborevwori’s often unleash internal rifts within Nigerian parties, and this case is no different. The backlash underscores the growing frustration among party faithful who feel betrayed by leaders placing personal ambition above party unity.
As 2027 approaches, Oborevwori’s defection is poised to dominate political conversations in Delta State and beyond, setting the stage for a potentially explosive electoral season.
