Senator Biodun Olujimi has shed light on the political undercurrents that led to her defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), revealing that many underestimated the strength and resolve of President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
In a revealing interview on Channels Television, Olujimi addressed the assumptions many opposition parties made during the election cycle, including bold claims that the president was “beatable” and would be sent “back to Lagos.”
“It is because if we ride on like that without any challenge… though the ADC said he’s beatable and everyone said they would send the president packing, send him back to Lagos,” she said, echoing the overconfidence some opposition elements displayed during the campaign period.
According to her, the political reality has since changed dramatically. What critics expected to be a shaky start has turned into what she describes as a surprisingly firm and focused administration.
“No one anticipated this kind of bold leadership. People thought the government would crumble under pressure or reverse course on tough reforms. Instead, they’ve stayed the course.”
Her comments point to a deeper political reckoning taking place in Nigeria, where many politicians, once confident of their party’s strength, are now reconsidering their positions in light of the APC’s current posture under President Tinubu.
Olujimi’s defection has raised eyebrows, particularly among loyal PDP supporters, but she insists it’s about results—not rhetoric. “Politics is not just about campaigning and slogans.
When governance begins, the focus should be on delivery. I saw a government ready to lead and make tough calls. That’s what influenced my decision,” she said.
She also dismissed the idea that she was merely switching sides to stay relevant, asserting that she had weighed her choices carefully. “If I stayed in a place where no action was possible, I’d be failing the people I represent.”
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