Kemi Elebute-Halle
- Kemi Elebute-Halle, ex-Ekiti ADP governorship candidate, defects to APC
- Over 7,000 supporters from 6 geopolitical zones join APC
- Defection driven by President Tinubu’s reforms and Ekiti Governor Oyebanji’s influence
Ex-Ekiti ADP Governorship Candidate, Supporters Defect to APC
Kemi Elebute-Halle, a former governorship candidate of the Action Democratic Party (ADP) in Ekiti State, has officially defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) along with her supporters.
Details of Defection
Elebute-Halle and her supporters were received by APC National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, at the party secretariat in Abuja on Thursday. The former ADP Deputy National Chairman cited President Bola Tinubu’s administration reforms as a key reason for joining the APC, expressing optimism that these reforms will ultimately benefit the country.
Role of Ekiti Governor
Ekiti Governor Biodun Oyebanji played a crucial role in convincing Elebute-Halle to join the APC. She praised Oyebanji’s efforts, stating that his intervention helped seal her decision to defect.
APC’s Response
Ganduje commended Elebute-Halle and her supporters for their bold decision to defect, assuring them of equal opportunities within the APC. The new members will be involved in all party activities.
The defection marks a significant shift in Ekiti State’s political landscape, bolstering the APC’s presence in the region.
