Sowunmi Hints at Possible Defection to APC, Cites Respect for Tinubu, Buhari

By Ugbede James

Former spokesman to ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Segun Sowunmi, has declared that if he ever leaves the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), his next political destination would be the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), citing his respect for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and former President Muhammadu Buhari.

Speaking during a recent interview on TVC News, Sowunmi praised both Tinubu and Buhari for what he described as their political consistency and ideological stability since the start of the Fourth Republic.

“I’ve always said it: if I ever leave the PDP, I’m going to the APC,” he said. “Why? Because at least I can accept that the two main pillars of the APC—President Buhari and President Tinubu—are stable people. They haven’t jumped from one political tendency to another and have remained steady since 1998.”

The PDP chieftain expressed growing concerns over the internal crisis within the opposition party, suggesting that its prolonged disunity could force him to reconsider his political allegiance.

“If PDP leaders insist on destroying the party, I will consider my options. But before joining the APC, I would consult my friend Felix Morka, the APC National Publicity Secretary, study the party’s constitution, and then make an informed decision,” he added.

Sowunmi also criticised the recent coalition-building efforts reportedly championed by Atiku Abubakar, describing them as destabilising.

“One of the reasons I’m irritated by this coalition talk is because I don’t see how responsible political actors can keep switching platforms. I don’t support that. If I must leave PDP, I want to go to a party that offers long-term political stability,” he said.

Although previously a vocal critic of President Tinubu, Sowunmi revealed that his position changed after a personal meeting with the President, which gave him insight into Tinubu’s leadership style and policy direction.

“I’ve known Tinubu since 1994, and I can work with him,” he said. “He’s smarter than all his political rivals, including Peter Obi.”

Sowunmi’s comments come amid intensifying political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections.