APC RECORDS LANDSLIDE GAIN IN JIGAWA AS 66,044 OPPOSITION MEMBERS JOIN RULING PARTY

A dramatic shift in Jigawa State’s political landscape unfolded as the All Progressives Congress (APC) welcomed 66,044 defectors from opposition parties in a spectacular rally attended by APC National Chairman Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda and Jigawa Governor Umar Namadi.

The massive event in Dutse saw Prof. Yilwatda accompanied by APC National Working Committee members joining Governor Namadi and state party leaders to embrace the influx of new members. The sheer number underscores APC’s expanding footprint in Nigeria’s northwest geopolitical zone.

“We are thrilled by this overwhelming expression of support reflecting Nigerians’ faith in APC’s agenda and governance,” Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda said. “These new members bring fresh energy; together we’ll pursue development and service excellence.”

Jigawa Governor Umar Namadi hailed the decampees’ choice, affirming APC’s progressivism. “Your alignment with APC validates our strides in delivering impactful projects. We’ll synergise for greater Jigawa and national advancement,” Namadi stated.

The Dutse rally spotlighted APC’s strategic consolidation efforts led by Prof. Yilwatda, signalling optimism about fortifying party structures pre-2027 polls. Political analysts view such mass transitions as potentially recalibrating electoral equations.

Enthusiastic crowds and party faithful celebrated the occasion manifesting APC’s growing clout. The event projects APC’s intent nurturing inclusivity while deepening grassroots mobilisation across Nigeria.