The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Tambuwal Local Government Area, Sokoto state, has suffered a significant setback with the defection of former Director General, Alhaji Umar Salah, to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This development comes as the ADC continues to experience a string of defections from its ranks across the 23 local government areas of the state. Alhaji Salah's decision to defect was influenced by Governor Ahmed Aliyu's developmental projects aimed at improving the quality of life for Sokoto's citizens.
Alhaji Salah was received into the APC by Alhaji Umaru Nagwari Tambuwal, Chairman of the Sokoto State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), and Prof. Ahmed Ladan Ala, Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education. The reception followed a meeting between Alhaji Salah and Governor Ahmed Aliyu at the Government House on Saturday morning. During the meeting, Alhaji Salah expressed his admiration for Governor Aliyu's transformative agenda and pledged his total support for the governor's administration ahead of the 2027 general elections.
According to Alhaji Salah, Governor Aliyu has made significant strides in the state through various developmental projects. He emphasized the need for him and his followers to rally behind the governor and support his administration. This defection is a boost to the APC, which has been gaining momentum in the state. The governor's efforts to improve the lives of Sokoto's citizens have earned him widespread recognition and support.
In response to Alhaji Salah's defection, Alhaji Umaru Nagwari Tambuwal commended him for joining the APC and assured him of equal treatment within the party. Tambuwal stressed that there is no discrimination in the APC and praised Governor Aliyu for exceeding expectations through his laudable projects. He prayed for the governor's continued success in delivering the dividends of democracy to the people of Sokoto.
The ADC has witnessed a series of defections in recent months, with several prominent members across the state leaving the party. This trend is seen as a significant challenge for the ADC, which is working to maintain its presence in the state. The party's ability to retain its members and attract new ones will be crucial in the lead-up to the 2027 general elections.
Governor Ahmed Aliyu's administration has been focused on improving the lives of Sokoto's citizens through various developmental projects. His efforts have earned him recognition and support from across the state. The governor's commitment to transforming the state has been a major factor in attracting new members to the APC, including Alhaji Salah.
The defection of Alhaji Salah and his followers to the APC has significant implications for the party's presence in Tambuwal Local Government Area. The APC is now poised to strengthen its position in the area, while the ADC faces the challenge of rebuilding its ranks. The 2027 general elections will be an important test for both parties as they seek to consolidate their positions in the state.
Key points
- Former ADC Director General, Alhaji Umar Salah, defects to APC citing Governor Aliyu's transformative agenda.
- Alhaji Salah's defection is a boost to the APC, which has been gaining momentum in Sokoto state.
- The ADC has witnessed a series of defections in recent months, posing a challenge to the party's presence in the state.
