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Senator Ned Nwoko Explains Why He Defected from PDP to APC

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Senator Ned Nwoko has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing the ongoing leadership crisis within the PDP as his primary reason for leaving. The lawmaker, representing Delta North in the Senate, expressed frustration over the party’s persistent internal divisions, which, according to him, have hindered its effectiveness as an opposition party.

Nwoko’s decision to join the APC was announced during a plenary session of the Senate, where Senate President Godswill Akpabio read his letter of defection. In the letter, Nwoko stated that he had engaged in extensive consultations with his constituents, political associates, and stakeholders before making the move. He highlighted that the PDP, once a formidable platform for democratic participation, had been engulfed in persistent crises, leading to a lack of clear leadership and direction. These unresolved conflicts, he argued, had weakened the party’s ability to function as an effective opposition and posed a threat to Nigeria’s democracy.

One of the critical issues Nwoko raised was the role of Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa in his decision to leave. He alleged that the state leadership did not provide him with a conducive environment to function optimally, further contributing to his dissatisfaction with the PDP. His grievances extended to what he described as an absence of internal democracy and the party's failure to address critical issues affecting its members.

In his defection letter, Nwoko warned that the PDP’s continued deterioration could lead Nigeria toward a dangerous one-party system, which, he argued, would be detrimental to governance and national stability. He called on the Senate to set up an ad hoc committee to investigate the crisis within the PDP and propose solutions to ensure the survival of a viable opposition. According to him, democracy thrives on a strong and credible opposition that holds the government accountable and ensures that all voices are heard. The inability of the PDP to play this role effectively, he said, was one of the main reasons he chose to leave.

Beyond the internal crisis within the PDP, Nwoko also praised the APC for what he described as President Bola Tinubu’s focused and visionary leadership. He acknowledged that some of Tinubu’s economic and governance reforms had been painful but deemed them necessary for Nigeria’s progress. In his view, the country was beginning to see the positive results of these reforms, including improvements in oil production, refinery operations, and security. This perception of the APC as a party committed to national development further reinforced his decision to switch allegiance.

The official welcome ceremony for Nwoko into the APC was presided over by the National Chairman of the party, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje. During the event, Ganduje expressed confidence that the APC was on track to capturing Delta State in the next governorship election. With all three Delta senators now in the ruling party, Ganduje emphasized that the APC was strategically positioned to gain more ground in the state. He urged party stakeholders in Delta to work together to ensure unity and cooperation, further strengthening the party’s chances of success in future elections.

In an earlier letter addressed to the PDP leadership in his ward, dated January 30, 2025, Nwoko had outlined the deep divisions and factionalism within the party as key reasons for his departure. He stated that the fragmentation within the PDP had made it increasingly difficult to foster unity and advance the collective interests of the people. His concerns reflected broader issues within the party, which has been struggling with internal disputes and defections in recent years.

Nwoko’s defection is part of a broader trend of political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections. His move to the APC signals a shift in the political landscape of Delta State and could have significant implications for the party’s chances in the next elections. With key figures like Nwoko joining the ruling party, the APC appears to be consolidating its influence in states traditionally controlled by the PDP.



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