Ahead of the 2027 general elections, hundreds of former Social Democratic Party (SDP) members have switched allegiance to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, marking a significant shift in the state’s political landscape.
PDP Welcomes New Members
The defectors were warmly received by John Ogunsola, a PDP chieftain and aspirant for the House of Representatives, who commended Governor Seyi Makinde for his transformative leadership.
According to Ogunsola, the governor’s impactful governance has played a major role in attracting new members to the PDP.
He urged existing PDP members to welcome the newcomers, stressing the need for unity and collective effort to strengthen the party’s influence ahead of the elections.
PDP Leadership Reassures Defectors
At the official welcome event, Mukaila Adegbola, the PDP chairman for Oluyole Local Government, congratulated the defectors on their decision to join the ruling party.
He assured them of equal opportunities within the PDP, describing it as a party committed to delivering real dividends of democracy to the people.
Adegbola further emphasized that Governor Makinde’s achievements in governance have made the PDP the preferred choice for many, facilitating the defection of key SDP members.
Why SDP Members Are Joining PDP
Speaking on behalf of the defectors, Dauda Hamsat Awayewaserere stated that their decision to join the PDP was driven by their admiration for Governor Makinde’s effective leadership and development-driven policies.
He pledged the loyalty of the new members, adding that even more SDP members are expected to defect to the PDP in the coming months.
The defectors vowed to contribute actively to strengthening the PDP’s presence at both the local and state levels, promising to work towards the party’s continued success in future elections.
Political Shift in Oyo State
With the growing number of SDP members defecting to the PDP, the 2027 elections in Oyo State are shaping up to be an intriguing political contest.
The defections highlight the increasing influence of the PDP under Governor Makinde’s leadership.
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