A former chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Tambuwal Local Government Area of Sokoto State, Umar Salah, has switched to the All Progressives Congress, APC. This move was confirmed on Saturday, as Salah was received by the Chairman of the Sokoto State Universal Basic Education Board, Umaru Nagwari Tambuwal. The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Prof. Ahmed Ladan Ala, also supported Salah's decision to join the APC.
According to Salah, his decision to leave the ADC was influenced by Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu's impressive performance. After meeting with the governor at the Government House in Sokoto, Salah praised Aliyu's projects across the state, noting that they have significantly improved living conditions for residents. This endorsement is seen as a boost to the governor's administration, especially with the 2027 general elections approaching.
Salah has pledged his full support for Governor Aliyu ahead of the 2027 elections and has promised to mobilize his followers for the governor. This move is part of a larger trend of political realignments in Sokoto State, with several opposition party members reportedly defecting to the APC. Such shifts are expected to intensify as political parties gear up for the upcoming elections.
Upon joining the APC, Nagwari Tambuwal assured Salah of equal treatment within the party. He emphasized that the APC does not discriminate against its members, ensuring that Salah and his supporters will enjoy the same rights and privileges as other party members. This assurance is seen as a strategic move to integrate Salah's supporters into the APC.
Nagwari Tambuwal also praised Governor Aliyu for his developmental projects across Sokoto State. He prayed for the governor's continued guidance and protection, highlighting the positive impact of Aliyu's administration on the state's residents. This public endorsement from a key party official underscores the significance of Salah's defection to the APC.
The defection of Umar Salah from the ADC to the APC is part of a broader trend of political shifts in Sokoto State. With the 2027 general elections on the horizon, political parties are intensifying their mobilization efforts. This move is expected to have implications for the state's political landscape, potentially altering the dynamics of the upcoming elections.
As Salah begins his new role within the APC, his supporters and party leaders will be watching closely to see how his integration unfolds. With assurances of equal treatment and a strong show of support from key party officials, Salah's defection is seen as a strategic win for the APC in Sokoto State.
Key points
- Umar Salah, a former ADC chieftain, has joined the APC in Sokoto State, citing Governor Ahmed Aliyu's performance as a key factor in his decision.
