Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, has officially joined the All Progressives Congress, APC, ending speculation about his political affiliation. The governor’s defection was marked by a grand event in Yenagoa, the state capital, where thousands of supporters from all eight local government areas gathered to show their support. The crowd, dressed in white t-shirts, sang and drummed along major streets, creating a festive atmosphere.

Governor Diri’s decision to leave the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, had been anticipated, and his formal entry into the APC puts the speculation to rest. The event was attended by several high-profile guests, including the Governors of Akwa Ibom, Delta, and Ondo States, as well as the former Governor of Edo State, Adams Oshiomhole, and the Minister of Regional Development, Engineering Abubakar Momoh.

The gathering was a significant show of strength for the APC in Bayelsa State, with supporters turning out in large numbers to welcome the governor to the party. The event also underscored the growing influence of the APC in the region, as top officials from neighboring states attended to demonstrate their support for Governor Diri’s decision.

As the APC continues to expand its base in the region, Governor Diri’s defection is seen as a strategic move to strengthen the party’s hold on the state. The governor’s decision is also expected to have implications for the political landscape of Bayelsa State, with potential repercussions for the PDP and other opposition parties.

With the formalities of Governor Diri’s defection now complete, attention will shift to the implications of this move for the state’s politics and the APC’s national ambitions. As the party prepares for future elections, the addition of Bayelsa State to its fold is likely to be seen as a significant gain, and the party will be keen to build on this momentum in the coming months.