Shocking Truth Behind Gov Douye Diri’s Defection — Only 14 PDP Lawmakers Followed Him!
The political atmosphere in Bayelsa State is heating up after new facts emerged about Governor Douye Diri’s shocking defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Contrary to the viral reports flooding social media, only 14 PDP lawmakers joined him — not 23 as earlier claimed.
Earlier reports quoting the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Daniel Alabrah, suggested that 23 members of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly had defected alongside the Governor. But verified insider information now reveals that the statement was inaccurate and misleading.
According to credible sources, before this political twist, the Bayelsa House of Assembly was composed of:
- 17 PDP lawmakers,
- 5 APC lawmakers, and
- 2 members from APGA.
Out of the 17 PDP members, only 14 joined Governor Diri in his new political alignment, while three prominent PDP lawmakers — Hon. Godbless Nanatumieyeseigha Oyinke, Hon. Ted Elemeforo, and Hon. Wisdom Fafi — refused to defect.
Political watchers have described this revelation as a wake-up call to separate fact from fiction amid the wave of political realignments sweeping across Bayelsa State. Analysts say the correction is vital to maintain credibility and ensure that Bayelsans get the truth about their leaders.
This clarification finally settles the debate: Governor Douye Diri defected with 14 PDP lawmakers — not 23.
As Bayelsa’s political scene continues to shift, one thing is certain — the truth always finds its way out.
