GOVERNOR’S BIG MOVE: BAYELSA STATE’S DOUYE DIRI RESIGNS FROM PDP
GREATRIBUNETVNEWS–Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri has announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing “very obvious reasons” for his decision. This move comes barely 24 hours after Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) .
Details of the Defection
– Governor’s Statement: Diri made the announcement at the Exco Chamber in the Bayelsa State Government House, flanked by key members of his cabinet and party supporters.
– Party Exodus: The governor’s defection is not an isolated incident, as 18 PDP lawmakers, including Speaker Abraham Ngobere, and members of the state executive council, have also resigned from the party.
– Next Move: While Diri hasn’t officially declared his next move, sources suggest he might be joining the APC, following in the footsteps of Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah .
Implications
– PDP Loses Another Governor: With Diri’s resignation, the PDP now has eight governors left, while the APC gains significant momentum.
– Political Realignment: The defection could lead to a significant shift in Bayelsa State’s politics, with potential implications for the 2027 presidential election .
The PDP had already lost three governors to the APC this year, and with this development, the opposition party is left with eight governors
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