2027: Mass defection hits opposition parties in Jigawa
Dutse, the Jigawa State capital, was agog at the weekend as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu received scores of defectors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), African Democratic Congress (ADC), and other political parties into the All Progressives Congress (APC). The event, tagged a “Defection Tsunami”, drew massive crowd to the Dutse Modern Stadium, turning the […]
Dutse, the Jigawa State capital, was agog at the weekend as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu received scores of defectors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), African Democratic Congress (ADC), and other political parties into the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The event, tagged a “Defection Tsunami”, drew massive crowd to the Dutse Modern Stadium, turning the state capital into a hub of political and economic activities as traders also recorded massive sales.
Recall that prominent opposition members including governors – Sheriff Oborevwori (Delta) and Umo Eno (Akwa Ibom) – had defected to the APC ahead of the 2027 general elections. APC leaders have also said more bigwigs are being expected into the party ahead of 2027.
President Tinubu, represented by Yobe State governor, Mai Mala Buni, described the mass defection in Jigawa as a vote of confidence on the APC.
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“From today, you are full members of the APC and will enjoy equal rights and opportunities as older members. We are proud of your courage, faith, and commitment to the progress of our great nation,” Tinubu said.
The President reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to enhancing national security, stimulating the economy, and completing key infrastructure projects particularly the Kano–Maiduguri Federal Highway, which he described as vital to regional trade and connectivity.
Similarly, the APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, who led members of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) to the event said, “The APC belongs to all of you. Feel at home, participate fully, and work for the continued success of the party.”