In a significant political development, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has formally received Senator Kawu Sumaila and other influential members from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) into the APC. The defection was officially announced through a statement issued by Aminu Dahiru, Senior Special Assistant on Visual Communication and Events to the APC National Chairman. Prominent figures who crossed over with Senator Sumaila include: Other high-profile defectors joining the APC are: According to the official communication, the exodus from the NNPP was majorly driven by claims of injustice and exclusion, particularly blaming the NNPP national leader, Dr. Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso, for perceived internal mismanagement and favoritism. In their public remarks, the defectors unanimously expressed trust in Ganduje’s inclusive leadership and committed themselves to enhancing the APC’s political influence in Kano State and beyond. This mass defection is seen by many political analysts as a strategic gain for the APC ahead of upcoming elections, especially in the Northern regions where political loyalty often shifts based on trust in leadership and equitable party structure. Related Articles: For broader political context on Nigerian party dynamics, read BBC’s coverage of political realignments in Nigeria. BUY ANYTHING ON KONG BUY NOW Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Channel
