Samuel Ogbuku Welcomes Governor Douye Diri to APC at Grand Rally in Yenagoa
Samuel Ogbuku Welcomes Governor Douye Diri to APC as the political atmosphere in Bayelsa State took a dramatic turn on Monday, November 3, 2025, when the Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) during a grand rally held in Yenagoa, the state capital.
Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), expressed delight at the Governor’s defection, describing it as “a new dawn in the political landscape of Bayelsa State and the Niger Delta at large.”
In a message shared on his official page, Ogbuku noted that he joined the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and other distinguished leaders of the APC to welcome the governor into the party, emphasizing that the development symbolized unity, inclusiveness, and renewed commitment to progress.
“Together, we remain committed to advancing the ideals of unity, development, and inclusive governance that define the APC,” Ogbuku stated. “Welcome to the progressive family, Your Excellency!”
The defection of Governor Douye Diri marks a significant shift in Bayelsa’s political alignment, potentially reshaping the balance of power within the state and across the Niger Delta region.
Party supporters thronged the rally ground in their thousands, waving the APC flag and chanting solidarity songs as leaders reaffirmed their dedication to good governance and regional development.
Political analysts see Diri’s entry into the APC as a strategic realignment that could bolster the party’s strength ahead of the next electoral cycle, with Ogbuku’s message highlighting the growing synergy between national and regional political structures.
As the dust settles on this landmark event, attention now turns to how this new alliance will influence policy direction and intergovernmental collaboration in the Niger Delta.
