…move to regain control of Delta PDP structure as grassroots members kick
In what many are viewing as a shocking political somersault, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and several other top political figures in Delta State are reportedly plotting a sensational return to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), just a few months after their dramatic defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
It is noteworthy that the Governor won the elections amid legal battle with the former deputy Senate President, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege.
Multiple insider sources revealed that the Delta Governor, alongside other aggrieved former PDP loyalists who followed him into the APC earlier this year, have opened secret negotiation channels with the FCT Minister and South-South political heavyweight, Nyesom Wike. The talks are aimed at engineering a soft landing for the governor’s possible return ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Governor Oborevwori, who won his 2023 election under the PDP, defected to the APC in April 2025 — a move hailed by APC leaders but widely condemned by the grassroots as betrayal. Now, sources say he is disillusioned by unmet promises, lack of Federal recognition, and internal tussles within his new party.
One senior PDP figure privy to the ongoing talks told our correspondent in Abuja, “Sheriff has realised the grass isn’t greener on the other side. The APC promised him political leverage at the Federal level, but nothing concrete has happened. He is under pressure, especially with mounting insecurity and backlash from his base.”
Several commissioners and aides who crossed to APC with him are also reportedly expressing regret and considering a collective return.
Their planned comeback is said to be coordinated by emissaries from Wike’s camp, with focus on regaining control of the PDP structure in Delta and securing political cover.
A youth leader in APC Delta South described the development as shameful.
“This is a disgrace. They came, destabilized our structure, and now they want to crawl back because they didn’t get what they wanted. The APC should shut the door firmly behind them,” he said.
Meanwhile, in the PDP camp, reactions are mixed. While some are open to the governor’s return to strengthen the party ahead of 2027, others believe his re-entry could reignite old divisions and distrust.
Political analysts suggest that Sheriff’s possible return to the PDP could upend the balance of power in Delta, especially if he brings along substantial support.
However, it also poses risks—particularly around party loyalty, credibility, and future zoning arrangements.
With tensions simmering and Wike expected to host a high-level reconciliation meeting in coming days, all eyes are on the evolving power play in Delta State.
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