Following the defection of Edo State House of Assembly Speaker, Blessing Agbebaku, and other members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC)

on Tuesday, Frank Omosigho, who represents Oredo East Constituency, has reaffirmed his loyalty to the PDP.

In a statement released in Benin on Wednesday, Omosigho emphasized that he remains a steadfast member of the PDP,

despite ongoing speculation suggesting he might be part of the defecting group.

He clarified that he was not present at the venue where the Speaker and others declared allegiance to the APC.

“I, Hon. Frank Omosigho, remain firmly committed to the PDP, the party under which I was elected to serve the good people of my constituency. I will be and continue to be an active participant in party activities, advocating for policies that support the advancement of my constituency and the growth of the state.

I stand by the party that gave me the platform to serve my people. The PDP remains the most viable vehicle for democratic growth and development in Edo State. I urge my constituents and supporters to disregard any misleading reports and remain steadfast in their support for our collective cause.

My stance remains clear: my focus is on the continued well-being of my constituents, effective governance, and the strengthening of the PDP in Edo State. I urge my supporters to remain undistracted by the political shifts in the assembly and continue to rally behind the PDP’s vision for a better future.”

He further added that during this period of political transition in Edo State, his goal is to provide stability and consistent representation for his constituents.

With the latest defections, the PDP has lost its majority in the Edo State House of Assembly. Out of the 14 members elected under its platform in 2023, only six remain:

• Frank Uyi Omosigho
• Charity Iguodeyala Aiguobarueghan
• Maria Edeko
• Andrew Uzamere
• Osawaru Natasha
• Inegbobor