Chief Olabode George, a former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has commented on the recent wave of defections from opposition parties to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In an interview with Vanguard, he specifically addressed Governor Douye Diri’s move from the PDP to the APC, expressing disappointment in the governor’s decision. George noted that Diri rose to power through a Supreme Court pronouncement and should show greater respect for the people of Bayelsa State.
The former PDP chairman questioned the motivations behind Diri’s defection, pointing out that the APC’s impact on Nigerians has been largely negative, with a growing national debt and widespread economic hardship. He highlighted that Diri’s deputy and other PDP leaders in Bayelsa State have refused to follow him to the APC, suggesting that the governor’s choice may be driven by personal interests rather than a genuine desire for political change. George also mentioned speculation that some governors might be seeking to avoid potential prosecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after their tenures end.
In a separate development, George touched on the controversy surrounding the PDP secretaryship involving Peter Mbah and Samuel Anyanwu. He revealed that the party had intervened in the dispute, urging the parties to wait until Anyanwu’s tenure expires in mid‑next month.
The defection of Governor Diri and other politicians from opposition parties to the APC carries significant implications for Nigeria’s political landscape. As the country navigates its economic and political challenges, the motivations behind these defections will likely remain under scrutiny. With Diri’s deputy and other PDP leaders refusing to join him in the APC, it remains to be seen how these developments will affect political dynamics in Bayelsa State and beyond.
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