Two prominent members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Gombe State have defected to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Hon. Ibrahim Adamu Muhammad, a former Deputy Chairman of Gombe Local Government Council, and Alhaji Auwalu Alhassan, former Chairman of the Groundnut Oil Millers Association of Gombe State, announced their defection to the PDP. They cited the leadership experience, integrity, and knowledge of governance of the PDP's governorship candidate, Prof. Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, as the reason for their move.
The defection was announced in a statement by the Pantamiyya Movement, signed by Prof. Suleiman Mohammed. According to the statement, Muhammad and Alhassan were drawn to Pantami's qualities, which they believe will strengthen the PDP and Pantami's political structure ahead of the 2027 governorship election. The statement described their defection as a major boost for the PDP and Pantami's growing movement across Gombe State.
The Pantamiyya Movement also noted that the defection would further strengthen the PDP structure under the leadership of former Gombe governor and current state party leader, Senator Ibrahim Hassan Dankwambo. This development comes as the APC and PDP intensify their political mobilisation and efforts to strengthen their structures ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Muhammad, popularly known as Uban Dawakin Gombe, and Alhassan, also known as Chiburosi, are prominent figures in Gombe State politics. Their move to the PDP is seen as a significant blow to the APC, which has been trying to maintain its stronghold in the state. The PDP is hoping to capitalize on the defections to strengthen its position ahead of the 2027 elections.
The 2027 general elections are expected to be highly competitive, with both the APC and PDP vying for control of various elective positions. The defections are a clear indication of the intense politicking ahead of the elections, with various politicians and parties trying to consolidate their positions. The PDP is banking on the experience and popularity of Pantami to win the governorship election.
Prof. Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami is a well-known figure in Gombe State, with a reputation for leadership and integrity. His candidacy has generated significant interest and excitement within the PDP and among the general public. The party is hoping that his popularity will translate into votes and help them win the governorship election in 2027.
The defections are a significant development in Gombe State politics, and their impact will be closely watched in the coming weeks and months. The APC and PDP will continue to engage in intense politicking as the 2027 elections approach, with various politicians and parties trying to outmaneuver each other.
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- Two APC chieftains defect to PDP in Gombe State, citing leadership experience and integrity of PDP's governorship candidate.
