Prominent APC members defect to ADC in Jigawa

Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: April 6, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Prominent APC members defect to ADC in Jigawa

The APC in Jigawa State is facing significant challenges as high-ranking members continue to defect to the ADC. Aminu Bande, the former PDP gubernatorial candidate in Kebbi, has also defected to the ADC. Additionally, the ADC youth wing issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to restore their candidacy rights.

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