African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said it is not bothered about the defections of the Governors of Enugu and Bayelsa states, Peter Mbah and Duoye Diri, to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
According to ADC National Publicity Secretary Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party isn’t bothered by the defections, which it believes confirm Nigeria’s slide towards a one-party state.
Abdullahi stated that 2027 will be a contest between Nigerians and the governors who “deserted them politically,” rather than a traditional party-versus-party battle.
The ADC accused the defecting governors of abandoning their citizens for personal gain and convenience, rather than standing by their principles.
Abdullahi urged opposition governors to boldly lead citizens out of “national despair” by delivering fresh ideas and solutions.
“Their decision to defect is a betrayal, joining those they once opposed, leaving citizens in disbelief.
“They abandoned citizens not for principle or progress, but for selfish gain and convenience.
“As the ruling party celebrates these defections, ADC and opposition coalition celebrate a clearer divide between patriots seeking change and opportunists,” he said.