In a significant blow to the All Progressives Congress in Kano State, over 1,000 members have reportedly defected to the New Nigeria Peoples Party.
The mass defection occurred during the flag-off of NNPP’s chairmanship campaign for the upcoming local government elections. NNPP candidates Yakubu Ibrahim Adis (Tofa) and Hashimu Mai Sabulu (Ghari) attended the event, expressing confidence in the party’s growing strength, according to Daily Post.
The defection is seen as a major boost to NNPP’s chances in the elections. The party’s Kano State chairman, Dr. Hashimu Suleiman Dungurawa, officially welcomed the new members.
This development has significant implications for the upcoming local government elections in Kano State. The NNPP’s growing strength and new membership may position the party as a formidable force in the region.
The APC’s loss of over 1,000 members in Kano State raises concerns about the party’s internal dynamics and its ability to retain members. As the local government elections approach, the impact of this defection will be closely watched.