All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced that at least four sitting governors from opposition parties are in “advanced talks” to join the ruling party before the end of 2025, a move the party believes will cement its dominance ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Dr. Ijeoma Arodiogbu, APC’s National Vice Chairman (South-East), disclosed this in an interview, identifying the governors of Plateau, Taraba, Rivers, and Abia (Labour Party) as the key figures currently being courted by the party.
Arodiogbu stressed that their defection was “highly possible” in the coming weeks.
“It is a possibility that the Plateau governor will join us likewise his Taraba counterpart. We are also looking forward to receiving Rivers governor, (Siminalayi) Fubara, and Governor (Alex) Otti of Abia State in our midst,” Arodiogbu stated.
He further clarified the timeline: “These are all high possibilities. We expect that to happen in the coming weeks before our congresses. Most of these defections are expected to happen before the end of this year. Once they happen, it will further confirm that the APC remains the dominant and most organised political platform in Nigeria.”
The APC chieftain explained that the party’s open-door policy and reform agenda have made it increasingly attractive to opposition figures.
“The truth is that the APC has become a home for all progressives. We are not just expanding in numbers but in quality leadership. Governors and other political leaders are beginning to see that this is the platform that offers stability and direction for Nigeria’s democracy,” he said.
Arodiogbu added that the party leadership has created an inclusive environment for dialogue and participation, insisting the party is aligning with the presidency’s vision.
“The national chairman has made it clear that the APC is not closing its doors to anyone. We are reaching out to people of goodwill who believe in President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda,” he affirmed.
The APC vice chairman maintained that the anticipated defections would further strengthen the ruling party ahead of its 2025 congresses and the 2027 general elections.
