Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has reportedly concluded plans to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), according to sources from the Government House.

During a State Executive Council meeting held on Thursday, Governor Eno allegedly informed his commissioners and other appointees that they must either join him in moving to the APC or resign from their positions if they are uncomfortable with his decision.

A Government House source who requested anonymity revealed that the governor was unequivocal about his intentions, reportedly telling his appointees, "Anybody who claims he is not aware of my intention to leave the PDP is still living in the 18th century."

The governor reportedly added, "Apart from elected officials like House of Assembly members and Local Government Chairmen, I have nothing to negotiate with you."

Governor Eno also warned that he would maintain control over the PDP structure even after his departure, stating, "Let me tell you, anybody who believes that when I leave the PDP he will use the party structure to fight me is lying, because I will still control the PDP structure."

According to the source, the governor expressed admiration for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's leadership style, citing this as a key reason for his planned defection to the ruling party.

While the PDP Chairman in Akwa Ibom State, Aniekan Akpan, could not be reached for comment at the time of filing this report, the Director of the APC Media Network, Mr. Iniobong John, confirmed the development to journalists.

"It is no longer a rumour. I think there are some confirmations that the governor is defecting to the APC. Though unofficial, I can confirm that the governor is joining our party sooner or later. No official date has been confirmed yet, but all plans have been perfected for his defection to our party," John stated.

The APC Media Network Director described the proposed defection as "great news" for the party in Akwa Ibom State, suggesting that the state would now be better connected to the national power center.

This development comes amid increasing political realignments across Nigeria as the country moves closer to the 2027 general elections, with the APC seeking to consolidate its position as the ruling party.