Africa-Press – Nigeria. The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Jigawa State is facing significant challenges as high-ranking members continue to decamp to the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC).
The APC has witnessed a major shift, with prominent members leaving the party to join the ADC. Among the notable figures who defected on Monday is Senator Sabo Nakudu, who is expected to contest the governorship in 2027.
His move signals a growing shift in allegiance ahead of key political activities.
His defection marks a significant wave of departures in the state, raising eyebrows and sparking discussions about the changing power dynamics within Jigawa politics.
Analysts believe this realignment could reshape the political landscape in the region as the ADC continues to gain momentum.
Growing discontent between Governor Umar Namadi and his predecessor, Badaru Abubakar, is widely attributed to allegations of poor party management and the marginalisation of influential stakeholders by Governor Namadi, whose leadership style has come under increasing scrutiny within the party.
Political observers trace the roots of the crisis to a strained relationship between Mr Namadi and his political benefactor, former governor Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, as well as his financial backer, Isa Gerawa.
An ally of the former Defence Minister, who requested anonymity, said this development comes at a time when Mohammed Badaru Abubakar was actively working to secure victory for President Tinubu in the state and beyond.
He added that former Governor Badaru Abubakar had been meeting with members of other political parties in efforts not only to secure votes for Tinubu but also to ensure that the APC achieved broad-based victories from the grassroots upwards.
All efforts to speak with the governor’s spokesperson, Mallam Hamisu, or the Secretary to the State Government, Bala Mamsa, to provide a balanced perspective proved unsuccessful.
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