Thousands of Peter Obi supporters have expressed their joy at the news of former president of the National Basketball Association, Olumide Apkata joining the Labour Party.
Apkata announced his political move on Tuesday, August 1, 2023.
He revealed that he joined the party in March.
Parts of his tweet read: "Quite a number of people have called/messaged me to confirm the news, currently making the rounds, that I have joined a political party in March this year and on Sunday I attended my first Ward Meeting at Oredo Ward 6, in Benin-City, where I was formally introduced to members of the Ward and presented with my Party membership card."
Reacting to the news, Obidents welcomed him whole heartedly and were happy he chose their party, the Labour Party.
Read some reactions below:
Kudos! You have indeed taken the right step. That is the only way our beloved country can be rescued from the crookedness of the political class. Clear persons like yourself are needed!
— OnileGogoro (@codshalom77) August 1, 2023
Dear OBIdients,
— Not yet Dr David Dosu (@daviddosuu) August 1, 2023
What do we say to Mr Olumide Akpata?!
Welcome on board. It will encourage the progress of LP in the state.
— Mo-Mo (@Morris_Monye) August 1, 2023
Welcome Sir, Our Squad don dey get depth…. pic.twitter.com/2jwoEJnaHE
— ‘Respected Elder Brother’ (@KollinsKendi) August 1, 2023
Welcome on board Sir! ????
— Pearls (@MissPearls) August 1, 2023