Eight members of the House of Representatives have defected from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), in a move expected to reshape the political landscape in Kano State.
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, formally announced the defection during plenary, confirming the switch of the lawmakers to the ruling party.
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Those who defected include Deputy Minority Leader, Aliyu Sani Madaki (Dala); Ghali Mustapha (Ajingi/Albasu/Gaya); Shehu Muhammad Bello (Fagge); Dankawu Idris (Kumbotso); Hussain Hassan Shehu (Nassarawa); Rabiu Yusuf (Sumaila/Takai); Muhammad Garba Chiroma (Gezawa/Gabasawa); Ibrahim Mohammed (Gwale); and Tijjani Abdulkadir Jobe (Tofa/Dawakin-Tofa/Rimingado).
The lawmakers were formally received into the APC in the presence of key political figures, including Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, and former National Chairman of the party, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, among others.
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Party leaders described the defection as a strategic development that would strengthen the APC’s influence in Kano State and enhance its prospects ahead of future elections.
They noted that the entry of the lawmakers, described as experienced grassroots politicians, would bolster the party’s capacity to deliver effective governance and representation to the people.
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The APC leadership also expressed optimism that the development would further consolidate the party’s position in the state and improve its chances in forthcoming general elections.
The defecting lawmakers were welcomed into the party amid assurances of unity and a shared commitment to advancing the welfare of citizens.