Sen. Ajibola Basiru – “For those who see the good work our president is doing, they easily come to our side,” APC National Secretary, as he welcomed Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and a powerful bloc of Delta PDP leaders to the APC headquarters in Abuja. The defection marks a dramatic realignment in one of Nigeria’s most strategic political regions and signals what Basiru called “the beginning of the end for PDP’s hold on the South-South.”
Sen. Ajibola Basiru emphasized that Oborevwori’s defection wasn’t a mere political move—it was a public referendum on President Bola Tinubu’s leadership. “What we’re witnessing is a voluntary alignment with results. APC is where the action is. It’s where the future is,” he said as crowds cheered in front of the party secretariat.
A One-Party Nigeria? APC Shrugs Off the Concern
“We cannot do the work of opposition for them,” Basiru retorted sharply when asked whether Nigeria was slipping into a one-party state. He described the defections as organic and rooted in credible governance. “No one is dragging them. They’re simply tired of chasing shadows in the PDP.”
Sen. Ajibola Basiru went further to say that the real danger to democracy lies not in APC’s dominance but in the opposition’s incompetence. “If the PDP had ideas, policies, or purpose, they would still be standing strong. But instead, their best minds are joining us because we deliver,” he added, dismissing opposition fears as political theatre.
“Delta is Locked Down”: APC Declares Total Political Domination
“As far as we are concerned, Delta is already locked down for the APC,” Sen. Ajibola Basiru declared with unmistakable confidence, citing the scale and stature of the defectors. From commissioners to legislators, PDP loyalists have crossed over in what APC insiders are calling a ‘total sweep.’
Sen. Ajibola Basiru described the strategy as a silent but sustained campaign of engagement and performance. “We’ve taken our time, listened to the people, and proven our competence. Now, we reap the reward,” he stated, confirming that Delta State would now be “governed in synergy” with the APC federal administration.
PDP in Meltdown: Internal Collapse Unmasked
“The PDP has been bleeding for months. Today was just the day the dam broke,” Sen. Ajibola Basiru explained while detailing the implosion of the opposition party in Delta. He said Oborevwori’s crossover was inevitable due to growing marginalization and policy paralysis within the PDP structure.
Sen. Ajibola Basiru alleged that several PDP stakeholders in Delta had been privately negotiating with APC officials for weeks. “When the leadership fails to inspire, the followers find new direction. That’s exactly what’s happening in the PDP—people are done waiting for miracles,” he stated flatly.
The Tinubu Magnet: A Presidency That Pulls, Not Pushes
“There is no force, only facts. The fact is: President Tinubu is delivering—and Nigerians are taking note,” Basiru affirmed, rejecting claims of federal pressure. He pointed to strategic projects like road infrastructure, aviation upgrades, and security coordination as examples of APC’s effective governance.
Sen. Ajibola Basiru challenged critics to present evidence of coercion, stating, “This isn’t politics as usual. It’s governance that speaks volumes. That’s why PDP governors are crossing over. That’s why the narrative is changing. Tinubu is not intimidating—he’s inspiring.”
The Next Chapter: APC’s Delta Blueprint Unfolds
“We’re going beyond symbolic defections. We’re going to deliver roads, jobs, and education. This is not politics—it’s governance,” Sen. Ajibola Basiru stated as he unveiled APC’s development agenda for Delta State. A post-defection summit is already scheduled to recalibrate the state’s economy and realign federal support.
Sen. Ajibola Basiru concluded by promising visible transformation across Delta within months. “Oborevwori didn’t just change parties—he changed direction. And with him, the people of Delta are choosing results over rhetoric,” he said, setting the stage for the mega rally that will formalize APC’s new grip on the region.
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