A significant number of supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lega Local Government Area of Kebbi State have defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Over 120,000 former APC supporters joined the ADC at a recent mega‑defection rally, a development that is seen as a substantial blow to the APC in the region. The rally attracted a large crowd, and the ADC mobilization team reported that the number of defectors exceeded 120,000.
The defection comes amid reports that Abubakar Malami, the former Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation who hails from Kebbi State, has been wooing politicians to join the ADC. Malami, currently detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has adopted the ADC as his platform for the 2027 general elections. The party has been gaining momentum nationwide, with significant numbers of defectors joining its ranks in recent times. This trend reflects the evolving political landscape in Nigeria as politicians and their supporters reassess their allegiances ahead of the 2027 elections.
The mass defection of over 120,000 APC supporters in Kebbi State highlights the fluidity of Nigeria’s political terrain. As the country approaches the 2027 general elections, parties are intensifying efforts to attract supporters and strengthen their structures. The ADC, in particular, appears to be gaining traction, with its message resonating with a growing number of Nigerians. The implications of this shift are significant, potentially altering political dynamics in Kebbi State and beyond. How the APC and other parties will respond to the ADC’s expanding influence remains to be seen, but the ADC is currently on a trajectory of growth, expanding its supporter base across the country.
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