I love PDP but it’s time to progressively move – Governor Umo Eno

Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has once again suggested a possible departure from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), hinting at a political shift that points toward the All Progressives Congress (APC), though he stopped short of naming the ruling party.

Speaking at a state banquet in Uyo on Thursday night, May 29, to mark his second year in office, Governor Eno praised the PDP but strongly indicated that his political journey was taking a new direction.

“I respect our party, the PDP. I love the PDP. But we all know the way things are,” he said. “So, whatever happens, wherever the journey of life takes me, I will always love you. We’ve built strong friendships, and we will always keep them.”

The governor has been steadily building support for his political transition while aligning publicly with key APC figures, including President Bola Tinubu and Senate President Godswill Akpabio, ahead of the 2027 general elections. Yet, he has consistently avoided directly declaring a switch to the APC.

“If you have anything to do, invite me, I will come. I will always be there. But it’s time to progressively move. That again will not affect anything in this state. We do not govern based on political affiliations,” Eno told attendees.