- Tinubu Welcomes Thousands of Defectors to APC in Jigawa
- The President commended the defectors for their courage and belief in the APC’s vision for national progress
- Governor Namadi expressed gratitude for the federal government’s support and declared that Jigawa remains a strong APC base
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Saturday welcomed more than 64,000 members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), African Democratic Congress (ADC), and other political parties in Jigawa State who defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Eko Hot Blog reports that the President, represented by Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, assured the new entrants of equal rights and opportunities within the ruling party.
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In a statement by Governor Buni’s media aide, Mamman Mohammed, the President commended the defectors for their courage and belief in the APC’s vision for national progress.
“From today, you will be treated equally with older members of the party. We are proud of your determination to support the APC in its mission to advance national development,” Tinubu said.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening national security, boosting economic growth, and completing major infrastructure projects, including the Kano–Maiduguri Highway, to enhance trade and connectivity.
Tinubu also praised Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi for his developmental achievements, which he said have improved the lives of residents.
The APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, who led members of the National Working Committee (NWC) to the event, urged the new members to fully integrate and contribute to the party’s growth.
“The party belongs to you. Feel at home and work for the success of the APC,” Yilwatda said.
Also speaking, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Political and Other Matters, Alhaji Kabiru Ibrahim Masari, called on Jigawa residents to continue supporting the APC-led government, assuring them of more developmental benefits from the Tinubu administration.
Governor Namadi expressed gratitude for the federal government’s support and declared that Jigawa remains a strong APC base.
“With this wave of defections, APC’s position in Jigawa is unshakable,” he affirmed.
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