PDP Governor Endorses Tinubu For Full 8-Year Tenure Till 2031

In a politically charged moment that has sparked reactions nationwide, Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State — a sitting governor under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) — openly declared his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, affirming that the President will complete his full eight-year tenure in Aso Rock.

A Strong Endorsement from a PDP Governor

Governor Eno made this bold statement during the flag-off ceremony of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project’s Akwa Ibom section on Tuesday, where he commended President Tinubu’s commitment to national development.

“Let me end by assuring that our President, our people-loving President, will complete eight years because we are going to stand by him,” Eno said during the event.

Praise for Tinubu’s Leadership and Promises

Eno described Tinubu as a “people-loving President” and a promise keeper, referencing the President’s pledge to ensure the completion of the Lagos-Calabar project and avoid repeating the failed history of the East-West Road, a long-stalled infrastructure effort in the Niger Delta.

“President Tinubu is a father and a promise keeper. He will not allow the Lagos-Calabar Highway to become another East-West Road,” Eno emphasized.

Commitment to Cooperate with the APC-led Government

Despite being a PDP governor, Eno expressed his full cooperation with Tinubu’s administration. He also prayed for the President’s good health and strength to carry out the ongoing infrastructural reforms.

This statement has stirred discussions, especially within the opposition ranks, about internal support for Tinubu from unlikely quarters.

Dele Momodu Claims PDP Governors May Be Aligning with Tinubu

Veteran journalist and PDP chieftain, Dele Momodu, has raised concerns about the loyalty of the PDP Governors Forum. Speaking recently, Momodu suggested that their refusal to back a new opposition coalition launched by former PDP presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, indicates a possible collaboration with Tinubu for the 2027 general elections.

Atiku had earlier unveiled a new opposition alliance, aiming to form a stronger front against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). However, the PDP Governors Forum, following a recent meeting in Ibadan, announced that it would not participate in the coalition efforts.

Read more about Atiku’s opposition coalition here

What This Means for Nigeria’s 2027 Political Landscape

This development signifies a shift in Nigeria’s political dynamics. While opposition leaders like Atiku push for consolidation against the ruling party, some PDP governors appear to lean toward continued collaboration with Tinubu.

Governor Umo Eno’s declaration in support of Tinubu’s full two-term presidency is a major political statement, especially coming from a PDP governor. As Nigeria heads toward the 2027 elections, the unfolding alliances and unexpected endorsements will continue to shape the nation’s political future.