The governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, has formally defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), saying it was a ‘progressive move’.
Uno disclosed this during an official announcement on Friday in Uyo, the State capital city.
He said the decision followed months of wide consultation with critical stakeholders across the state.
The governor expressed his gratitude to the PDP for their support during his tenure, stating that it was time for him to make a progressive move.
The governor said he decided to join the APC, citing his admiration for President Bola Tinubu and the need for Akwa Ibom State to align with the federal government to reap continuous benefits.
Eno also assured the people of Akwa Ibom State that he would continue to work tirelessly for their benefit, regardless of party affiliation.
Eno said, “After completing the rounds of my consultation as your servant whom you have elected to serve, I have therefore decided to progressively move to the APC.”
