By Seyi Babalola
Engr. Fred Attah, a national leader of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) from Akoko-Edo, has defected to the APC.
He was welcomed by the Edo State APC leader, Distinguished Senator Adams Oshiomhole, and Hon. Peter Akpatason.
Joining him in this move are former PDP House of Assembly aspirant Emerson Bar Obade Festus, Barrister Jimoh, Hon. Roland, and several others.
The defectors cited the Governor Godwin Obaseki’s neglect of Akoko-Edo and his hijacking of the party from its original members as their reasons for leaving the PDP.
The defectors also criticised the governor for imposing a foreign candidate on the PDP, someone who, according to them, cannot speak his native language, implying a lack of connection and impact on the local community.
They expressed strong belief in the leadership qualities of the APC candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, describing him as a “homeboy” who has significantly improved the lives of his people.
This confidence has led them to pledge their support to ensure Senator Okpebholo secures one hundred percent of Akoko-Edo votes.
The defectors promised to work closely with the APC leaders to achieve this goal, highlighting a significant shift in the political landscape of Akoko-Edo.
They also mentioned that more defections from the PDP to the APC are expected in the coming days, signaling growing momentum for the APC in Akoko Edo local government.
