Over 10,000 members of various political parties in Benue State’s Ogbadibo Local Government Area have defected to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The defectors, formerly of the All Progressives Congress (APC), African Democratic Congress (ADC), and Labour Party (LP), were welcomed by Senate Minority Leader Senator Abba Moro and Benue State PDP Chairman Ezekiel Adaji at a rally on Saturday.
The rally, held across three districts in Ogbadibo, featured notable defectors such as Labour Party Women Leader Mrs. Agnes Apeh, retired police officer CSP Onah Amedu, and Abel Akoh of AA Dominion. They cited Senator Moro’s people‑oriented leadership and quality representation as the primary reason for their switch. CSP Onah Amedu, speaking on behalf of the defectors, emphasized Moro’s credible, people‑centered representation: “We have seen what Senator Abba Moro has done and what he continues to do for our people. His projects and legislative contributions are visible to all, and we have decided to join hands with him in the PDP to move Ogbadibo forward.”
The people of Ogbadibo unanimously passed a vote of confidence in Senator Moro, endorsing him as their unopposed candidate for the 2027 Benue South Senatorial election. In response, Senator Moro expressed gratitude for the defections, assuring the newcomers of equal rights and fair treatment within the PDP. He also dismissed rumors of his own defection to the APC or any other party, reaffirming his commitment to the PDP.
The event was attended by several party leaders, including State PDP Chairman Ezekiel Adaji, North Central Women Leader Hon. Mrs. Owakoyi Igharuwa, and PDP State Women Leader Hon. Mrs. Alice Albert. The mass defection is seen as a significant boost to Senator Moro’s re‑election bid and to the PDP’s presence in Benue State. With the 2027 elections approaching, the PDP is poised to capitalize on the momentum generated by this large‑scale defection.
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