The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has expressed confidence that more state governors will join the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Speaking at the 12th expanded stakeholders meeting of the Bayelsa State APC chapter in Yenagoa, Yilwatda, represented by the APC Deputy National Chairman (South), Chief Emma Eneukwu said President Bola Tinubu’s performance has been a major factor attracting defectors from opposition parties.
“Our doors are still open. More governors are still moving into our party. More senators, members of the House of Representatives are coming in because of the caliber, integrity and achievements of the person we made president,” he said.
Yilwatda described President Tinubu as a bold and fearless leader whose policies are yielding results, noting that even critics can’t ignore his achievements.
“Some people are running around trying to challenge the president ahead of 2027. But you know, when a lion walks, the barking of small animals doesn’t distract it. That’s how the President is, focused and result-oriented.”
He said the APC has become more attractive to politicians across regions, especially in the South-South and South-East zones.
“I’m very happy with the South-South. The governors who were previously in other political parties have now seen the quality of our president and have decided to join the APC. That’s commendable. They want to move Nigeria forward, and they know Tinubu is the right person to do it.”
He added that more governors are already in talks to defect to the APC and join the effort to return Tinubu to office in 2027.
Yilwatda emphasized the need for unity within the Bayelsa State APC, urging party members to put aside differences and work together for an overwhelming victory in the next election.
Also speaking at the meeting, former Bayelsa State Governor, Chief Timipre Sylva said the party in Bayelsa is united and fully prepared for the coming elections.
