The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Chief Dennis Brutu Otuaro, Ph.D., on Monday joined leading members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in formally receiving Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, along with the entire state structure of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), into the APC.
The defection ceremony, held at the Cenotaph in Asaba, was described as a watershed moment in Delta State’s political history, signaling a major realignment ahead of the next election cycle. The event drew thousands of party loyalists and political supporters, who converged to witness what many called an unprecedented political merger.
Addressing the jubilant crowd, Chief Otuaro hailed the development as a strategic blend of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope” agenda and Governor Oborevwori’s “MORE” agenda, noting that the convergence would foster accelerated growth and development in Delta State.
“This union demonstrates our shared commitment to the advancement of Delta State. With the Renewed Hope and MORE agendas now unified, we are poised to deliver greater dividends of democracy to our people,” Otuaro said.
Governor Oborevwori, speaking shortly after receiving the APC flag, reiterated his dedication to fulfilling his administration’s promises to Deltans, adding that the new partnership would unlock broader opportunities for sustainable development.
The ceremony was attended by top APC leaders, Federal and State Lawmakers, political appointees, youth groups, and traditional rulers, underscoring the significance of the political shift. Observers noted that the seamless transition of the PDP structure into the APC was likely to tilt the balance of political power in the state.
Political analysts described the development as a “masterstroke” that could reshape Delta’s political dynamics, strengthen the APC’s electoral prospects, and redefine governance standards across the region.
Meanwhile, reactions across Delta State remained largely positive, with many stakeholders expressing hope that the merger would translate into improved infrastructure, job creation, and enhanced service delivery.
The rally concluded with a symbolic hoisting of the APC flag and the official declaration of loyalty by former PDP executives and their supporters, marking the beginning of a new political chapter in Delta State.
