*Political Earthquake: Edo Assembly Speaker, Mass Defection* *Shatters PDP, Bolsters APC Majority* *Benin City, Edo State – May 6, 2025* – A seismic shift has rocked Edo State's political landscape, as the Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly (EDHA), Rt. Hon. Blessing Agbebaku, and a wave of prominent Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) figures, including 17 local government chairmen, dramatically defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This mass exodus has fundamentally altered the balance of power within the state assembly, establishing a commanding APC majority.The move, described by many as a "political earthquake," signals a significant realignment in Edo State politics. Speaker Agbebaku articulated that the defection was driven by a desire to align with Governor Monday Okpebholo's developmental vision, aiming to accelerate progress across the state.The defectors were formally received into the APC fold by National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Bashiru, representing APC National Chairman Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. Bashiru assured the new members of equal opportunities within the party, emphasizing the strategic importance of their arrival in strengthening the APC's foothold in Edo State.Among the notable figures joining the APC are: * Hon. Sunny Ifada * Hon. Yekini Idiaye * Former Deputy Speaker Hon. Roland Asoro * Former House Majority Leader Hon. Nosa Nosayaba * Former PDP State Secretary Gabriel OloruntobaGovernor Okpebholo warmly welcomed the defectors, highlighting the state's burgeoning development under his administration and the unwavering support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He pledged to further accelerate progress, reinforcing Edo State's commitment to President Tinubu's potential 2027 re-election bid.Senator Bashiru lauded Governor Okpebholo's leadership, particularly his focus on infrastructure development and consistent salary payments.Former Edo State Governor and Senator representing Edo North, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, characterized Speaker Agbebaku's return as a "homecoming," underscoring the APC's newly acquired majority of 18 out of 24 assembly seats. Oshiomhole expressed optimism for the governor's potential second term in 2028 and Edo's pivotal role in President Tinubu's 2027 campaign.Edo APC Chairman, Jarrett Tenebe, attributed the mass defections to the tangible development of achievements under Governor Okpebholo's leadership.Speaker Agbebaku, in his address, commended the governor's developmental initiatives, citing specific projects as evidence of inclusive governance.The political shift has been met with strong reactions, with APC State Woman Leader, Betty Okoebor, describing the PDP as a "sinking ship," and youth coordinator Lucky Ohimia pledging increased support for the APC.This political development is sure to have a lasting impact on the political landscape of Edo state, and will be watched closely by political observers across Nigeria.

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