President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Friday, watched and officially acknowledged the defection of Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) during a televised broadcast.
A video shared by the official APC account on X.com (formerly Twitter) captured the President watching the live transmission on TVC News.
The caption read: “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, observed Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State defect from the PDP to the APC in the early hours of today.”
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, @officialABAT observed Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State defect from the PDP to the APC in the early hours of today. pic.twitter.com/y1ZCWVwZpP
— APC Nigeria (@OfficialAPCNg) June 6, 2025
Tori News reports that Eno made an official announcement of his defection on Friday at the Government House in Uyo, the state capital.
The governor said the decision followed “three months of wide consultation” with critical stakeholders across the state.
Eno expressed his gratitude to the PDP for their support during his tenure, stating that it was time for him to make a progressive move.
APC has also formally welcomed the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, following his defection to the ruling party.
In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the party’s National Working Committee expressed delight at Eno’s decision, describing it as a significant boost to both the party and the people of Akwa Ibom.
