Governor Hope Uzodimma has called Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s defection from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress a major development.

Mr Uzodimma, the chairman of the Progressives Governors Forum, stated this while speaking with journalists in Abuja following a closed-door meeting with other APC governors.

Mr Oborevwori officially joined the APC on Wednesday.

“When a governor joins our party, we view it as a significant event and a moment to commend ourselves and thank Almighty God.

“That’s exactly our sentiment. The progressive governors resolved today to celebrate this development and extend congratulations to one another,” Mr Uzodimma said.

He noted that governors not originally elected on the APC platform now recognise President Bola Tinubu’s efforts and are aligning with the party for a united Nigeria.

“The APC treats sub-national governance with great importance. So, a governor defecting to our party is a heavy development in our political journey,” he said.

Uzodimma said the governors discussed the welfare of the APC and current national issues during their meeting, pledged continued support for Mr Tinubu’s policies, and vowed to strengthen the ruling party.

He stated that the APC governors would promote Mr Tinubu’s achievements so Nigerians can fully appreciate the administration’s progress.

“We’ll counter blackmail and propaganda aimed at tarnishing the government’s image. We, as progressive governors, firmly support President Tinubu and the APC government in Nigeria.

“We are pleased with the progress. In spite of challenges, the reform policies are beginning to yield visible results.

“We pray God grants the president wisdom, courage and strength to deliver greater dividends of democracy for Nigerians,” Mr Uzodimma said.

(NAN)