Senator Ahmed Wadada, representing Nasarawa West Senatorial Zone, has formally defected from the Social Democratic Party to rejoin the All Progressive Congress. This move marks a return to the party he originally belonged to before switching to the SDP to contest and win the 2023 Nasarawa West Senatorial Zone elections.

According to a letter dated Tuesday and addressed to the APC Chairman of Tudun Kofar Ward in Keffi, Wadada cited careful consideration and a desire to contribute to the APC’s growth, development, and success as reasons for his decision. The letter, titled “Notification of my return to the All Progressive Congress,” was signed by the senator in Keffi local government area of Nasarawa state.

Wadada’s decision to rejoin the APC is significant, given his previous membership and his recent electoral victory under the SDP banner. His return may be seen as a strategic move, potentially influencing the political landscape of Nasarawa state and the APC’s national standing.

The APC, as one of the major political parties in Nigeria, continues to experience shifts in membership, with various politicians defecting to or from the party. Wadada’s move may reflect broader trends within Nigerian politics, where alliances and party affiliations can be fluid.

As a senator, Wadada’s return to the APC could impact his legislative priorities and alignments within the Senate. His experience and perspective, garnered from his time in both the APC and SDP, may contribute to the APC’s policy discussions and decisions.

The development is expected to generate interest among political observers, given the potential implications for the APC’s strength and Nasarawa state’s political dynamics. Wadada’s formal return to the APC is likely to be followed by further developments, as the party and its members navigate the implications of his defection.