Former Governor Osunbor And Kenneth Imansuagbon Lead Mass Defection Of PDP Members To African Democratic Congress In Edo Central

Former Governor Oserhimen Osunbor and Kenneth Imansuagbon lead a mass defection of PDP members to the ADC in Edo Central, targeting 2027 victory.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 30, 2026, 10:15 AM EDT

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A Strategic Power Shift In Edo Central

The political landscape of Edo State has undergone a dramatic transformation as the African Democratic Congress continues to consolidate its influence. During a well-attended senatorial stakeholders’ meeting in Ewohimi, Esan South East Local Government Area, top ADC figures formally welcomed a large contingent of former Peoples Democratic Party members. This mass defection is being framed by party leadership as a clear indication that the electorate is seeking a viable alternative to the traditional power blocs. The event serves as a milestone in the ADC's "grassroots mobilization" strategy, which has turned the party into a household name across the state's central senatorial district.

Imansuagbon Forecasts 2027 Rejection For Incumbents

Prominent ADC stalwart Kenneth Imansuagbon utilized the gathering to issue a stern warning to both state and federal incumbents. He asserted that the growing support for the ADC reflects a deep-seated desire for change, claiming that President Bola Tinubu and Governor Monday Okpebholo will face stiff rejection in 2027. Imansuagbon dismissed the perceived structural strength of the All Progressives Congress, arguing that the collective will of the Nigerian people would ultimately override the influence of the country’s 31 APC governors. According to his analysis, electoral victory in the next cycle will be determined by popular endorsement rather than institutional intimidation.

Osunbor Critiques Voter Manipulation Claims

Former Governor and current ADC National Legal Adviser, Oserhimen Osunbor, added his voice to the discourse by challenging recent political promises made by the ruling party. He specifically dismissed Governor Okpebholo’s pledge to deliver 3.5 million votes for the presidency from Edo State as a "hoax." Osunbor pointed to the actual number of registered voters in the state as evidence that such claims are mathematically improbable and potentially suggest a reliance on electoral manipulation. He urged citizens to remain vigilant and align with the ADC’s vision to "rescue the country" through transparent democratic processes.