In a shocking move, former Senator Francis Alimikhena Asekhame, a high-profile member of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), would be officially defected to the APC party eight days to edo APC governorship election as he would be officially welcomed to the APC big family tomorrow in Benin at the grand finale reception of the APC at the UNIBEN sport complex. This unexpected departure has sent shockwaves throughout the political landscape, leaving many to wonder about the implications for the PDP party future in the state.
The former Senator would be welcome by: Vice President of Nigeria Senator Kashim Shettima, the Nigerian Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Comr. Adams Aliu Oshiomhole, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, Chief Jarrett Celestine Tenebe, and all the APC governors that would be present at the grand finale tomorrow in Benin City.
It may interest you to know that former Senator Francis Alimikhena was a key figure in the PDP party during the 2023 general election, known for his influence, expertise, and dedication to the party’s cause. His departure is a significant loss because of the impact he had on the PDP party’s morale and momentum.
Francis Asekhame Alimikhena (born 20 September 1947) is a former Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria from Edo State. He served in the Senate from 2015 to 2023, representing Edo North Senatorial District. He was first elected in 2015 and reelected to a second term in 2019.
Alimikhena was the vice-chairman, Senate Committee on Housing, and also a member of the Senate Committee on Constitutional Review.
Agbukor Lucky Apeakhuye,
Deputy Chairman, Media & Publicity, Etsako East LGA for the Edo APC governorship election campaign council.
