Home Politics Tinubu Welcomes Bayelsa Governor Into APC, Hails Move As ‘Symbol Of Progress’ Politics Tinubu Welcomes Bayelsa Governor Into APC, Hails Move As ‘Symbol Of Progress’ By Dailygazettenig - November 3, 2025 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp President Bola Tinubu has welcomed Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri into the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the move as a symbol of unity and progress in Nigerian politics. Vice President Kashim Shettima represented the President at the ceremony held on Monday in Yenagoa, where Tinubu commended Diri for his leadership and commitment to development. “The All Progressives Congress is a party of those who believe in collective progress. Governor Douye Diri, your journey reflects that of your people. Politics should focus on development, not opposition,” Tinubu said. He added, “We are immensely proud of you. Your decision is the right one.” The President highlighted Diri’s record in Bayelsa, praising his efforts to improve infrastructure, expand road networks, build bridges, and bring electricity to underserved communities. Tinubu described Diri’s defection as “a homecoming to the progressive family,” emphasizing that the governor would now be part of a team that “thinks and acts together.” APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda also addressed the gathering, urging Diri to help consolidate the party’s presence in Bayelsa and deliver strong support for President Tinubu in the 2027 elections. The event was attended by a large crowd of APC supporters waving flags and chanting slogans. Top party figures present included Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Governor Dapo Abiodun (Ogun), Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa (Ondo), Governor Sheriff Oborevwori (Delta), and Governor Umo Eno (Akwa Ibom). Governor Diri’s switch to the APC marks a significant political shift in Bayelsa, historically a stronghold of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He formally resigned from the PDP on October 15, 2025, following what he described as “extensive consultations.” The defection was supported by 23 members of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Abraham Ngobere. Diri’s move is part of a broader trend of defections from the PDP ahead of the 2027 general elections. This year alone, the PDP has lost four sitting governors: Douye Diri (Bayelsa), Sheriff Oborevwori (Delta), Umo Eno (Akwa Ibom), and Peter Mbah (Enugu). RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR YPP NEC Elects Former Anambra Guber Candidate Chukwuma As National Leader, Ratifies Expulsion Of Uzokwe How Hackers Breached My OPay, Moniepoint Accounts – Oshiomhole Recounts Ordeal As OPay Speaks Out Akpabio Files N200bn Suit Against Senator Natasha Over Sexual Harassment Allegations MOST COMMENTED APC Demands Cancellation Of Kano Bye-Election Over Widespread Violence Dailygazettenig - August 16, 2025 2027: No Voting Without PVC, INEC Insists Dailygazettenig - September 14, 2025 Chiamaka Nnadozie Nominated For 2025 Ballon d’Or Women’s Goalkeeper Award Dailygazettenig - August 7, 2025 - Advertisement - CATEGORYPolitics4938Local2114FOREIGN807Government759Education492Security269Business246
