A POLITICAL GLADIATOR BISHOP ANTHONY OKOSUN JOINS THE RANKS: DEFECTS TO APC IN EDO STATE, UNITING OKPEBHOLO'S FOUNDATION
UROMI, ESAN NORTH EAST– The political atmosphere in Edo Central took a new turn recently as one of its most vocal grassroots mobilizers, Bishop Dr. Anthony Okosun, formally defected from the PDP to the All Progressives Congress (APC) the ruling party in Edo State, Nigeria. The declaration was made at Ward 11, Idumhonza, Uromi, during a well-attended gathering of party leaders, women groups, youths, and political associates from across Esan North-East and neighboring communities. For many, the timing is significant. It comes just as the Edo State House of Assembly prepares for a public hearing on key developmental bills, a process expected to shape policy direction across the Senatorial Districts. WHY THE MOVE? Addressing the crowd, Bishop Okosun said his decision was deliberate and people-driven. “I am joining the APC to contribute to the development of my community, Esanland, and Edo State. We need unity, progress, and leadership t...