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JUST IN: PDP governor abandons Atiku, joins APC chieftains to congratulate Tinubu at Aso Rock [VIDEO]

Thompson Nsisongabasi

Oct 27, 2023

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In a surprising turn of events, Governor Duoye Diri of Bayelsa state, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has extended his congratulations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu following the Supreme Court's verdict affirming the President's electoral victory.

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This unexpected move occurred at the Presidential Villa, where Governor Diri joined high-ranking All Progressives Congress (APC) members to acknowledge President Tinubu's win.

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Governor Diri was spotted congratulating the president in a video shared on social media by Arise TV.

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The television station noted that the presidential villa is abuzz with activities as political associates, appointees, and well-wishers of President Tinubu converge at the seat of power to extend their congratulations.

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Governor Diri's gesture comes as a surprise as he was one of the frontline PDP members who supported Atiku during the presidential election.

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Interestingly, the governor is preparing for an election next month, while his APC opponent, Timipre Sylva, has been disqualified by the electoral commission following a court verdict.

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