- Governor Weighs options
In what has been described as a strategic move to bolster its influence ahead of the 2027 general elections, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Zamfara State has launched a campaign to persuade Governor Dauda Lawal of the State to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and join its ranks.
This is as the ADC said it is positioning itself as a formidable opposition force to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Speaking with newsmen in Gusau on Friday, the State Chairman of ADC, Kabiru Garba, disclosed that the party had already received over 100 new members from various political parties in the last ten days, describing the defections as a major boost to the party’s strength and credibility.
Garba also extended a formal invitation to Governor Lawal. According to him, the ADC is a “dynamic political force” committed to grassroots politics and transformative development.
Garba said: “As I am speaking now, over 100 members from various political parties have so far defected to the ADC in Zamfara within the last ten days.
“We are appealing to credible politicians who have a good record of political integrity to join the ADC. All we need is credibility.
“We are ready to lead this party to success in 2027. We are capable, and our party’s manifesto is tailored toward the development of Zamfara and the nation as a whole.
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“The ADC in Zamfara would be glad to welcome His Excellency, Governor Dauda Lawal, if he chooses to join our party.”
This comes after Nigeria’s opposition coalition adopted the ADC as its political platform ahead of the 2027 general election.
Already, the coalition has appointed former President of the Senate, David Mark, and former Governor of Osun State, Rauf Aregbesola, as the interim National Chairman and interim National Secretary of the party, respectively.
