The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State has officially announced Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as the leader of the party in the state, following his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on April 28, 2025.

In a statement issued by the APC State Publicity Secretary, Valentine Onojeghuo, the party stressed that Oborevwori’s emergence as party leader is consistent with APC’s long-standing tradition: the sitting governor under the APC platform automatically becomes the state party leader.

“This is not a matter for debate,” the party emphasized, noting that such leadership transitions are standard practice across APC-governed states.

Reinforcing this position, the APC referenced a declaration by Vice President Kashim Shettima during the official defection ceremony, in which he affirmed Governor Oborevwori’s leadership. The party described the Vice President’s statement as reflective of the national leadership’s stance and binding on all party members and stakeholders in Delta State.

Reacting to reports of internal opposition, the APC condemned individuals attempting to claim the party’s leadership in contradiction to Oborevwori’s new role. The statement described such actions as “arrogant, divisive, and provocative,” warning that anyone who continues to parade themselves as leader will face severe disciplinary measures.

“The APC in Delta stands firmly behind Governor Oborevwori,” the statement added. “We will resist any divisive tendencies that threaten party unity or the smooth delivery of good governance in the state.”

The party reaffirmed its full support for the governor’s M.O.R.E. agenda, which it praised as a progressive roadmap for sustainable development and improved governance in Delta State.

In conclusion, the APC called on all members to unite behind Governor Oborevwori and refrain from any actions that could create avoidable tension within the party.