Godswill Akpabio, president of the senate, has commended Umo Eno, governor of Akwa Ibom state, for defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Eno officially joined the APC on Friday, alongside his deputy, Akon Eyakenyi, as well as members of the state executive council, federal and state lawmakers, and local council chairpersons who all defected with him from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
In a Facebook post, Akpabio said Eno’s decision shows his commitment to the welfare of the people.
“It is with utmost joy that I received our governor, Pastor Umo Eno; his deputy, Akon Eyakenyi; All Progressives Congress governors led by the chairman of the forum, Hope Uzodimma; and other stakeholders of our party at my residence in Uyo, Akwa Ibom state, after the historic defection of my brother, Governor Eno,” Akpabio said.
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“Members of the state executive council, federal and state lawmakers, as well as council chairmen have also joined the progressives’ family.
“Thank you, Mr Governor, for having the interest of our people at heart. Congratulations and welcome to the fold.”
On April 29, Eno hinted at a possible defection ahead of the 2027 general election as he likened the PDP to a faulty aircraft.
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