Cross River state Governor, Prof BEN AYADE, has defended his decision to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress.
He said his decision was to join hands with President BUHARI in his determination to enhance the fortunes of the country.
BEN AYADE announced the decision after a closed-door meeting with six APC governors at the Governor's Office in Calabar.
He called on his colleagues to join in working ahead with the president for the future and unity of Nigeria.
Also, speaking after AYADE joined the party, Yobe state Governor MAI MALA BUNI said the governor automatically becomes the leader of the party in the state.
Speaking on Inspiration fm, All Out Politics, the Publisher of Cross River watch, AGBA JALINGO said Governor AYADE is looking for soft landing
But the Peoples Democratic Party has asked its members in Cross River to remain steadfast, committed and united to the party.
The PDP in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary KOLA OLOGBONDIYAN called on stakeholders to ensure the party structure remains intact.
