By Otobong Gabriel, Abuja
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has gained a significant boost in Jigawa State after more than 4,500 members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) switched allegiance.
The new members were formally welcomed at an event held at the Manpower Development Institute in Dutse on Thursday.
Party leader Hon. Adamu Indallah, who received the defectors, said their decision was driven by confidence in the APC’s leadership at both the state and federal levels.
He noted that many of those joining the party were long-time opposition figures who came along with their supporters to back President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Umar Namadi ahead of the 2027 elections.
Indallah promised to continue working for the party’s success and unity.
Speaking for the defectors, former NNPP chieftain Engr. Balarabe Umar said the group was attracted by what he described as purposeful and people-focused governance under both Tinubu and Namadi.
He added that ongoing reforms and development programmes have started to improve livelihoods, empower young people and promote inclusive governance.
He pledged their full loyalty and commitment to helping the APC retain power in the next general elections.
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