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- Defection to APC
- Resignation from PDP
- Official Announcement
- Reception by APC
- Comments from Hon. Gujungu
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the 2019 and 2023 elections for the Ringim/Taura Federal Constituency, Hon. Gambo Ibrahim Gujungu, has switched allegiance to the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) along with his supporters.
Hon. Gujungu previously submitted his resignation letter to the PDP but had not disclosed his intentions to join any other political party.
He formally announced his defection at an APC gathering held in his hometown of Gujungu Town, located in the Taura Local Government Area.
Receiving the defectors on behalf of the governor, the Speaker of the Jigawa State House of Assembly, Hon. Haruna Aliyu Dangyatin, expressed that the party is eager to welcome members from opposition parties.
He pointed out that the recent wave of defections from opposition parties is a testament to the effective policies and programs implemented by the APC at both national and state levels.
He commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Umar Namadi for successfully executing people-oriented policies under the APC-led administration.
The Speaker warmly welcomed Hon. Gujungu and his supporters into the APC, viewing their arrival as a significant enhancement to the party’s influence in the Ringim/Taura Federal Constituency.
During the event, Hon. Gambo Ibrahim Gujungu stated that his decision to join the APC was motivated by his aspiration to contribute to and benefit from the developmental progress being achieved by the APC-led governments at both the state and federal levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Hon. Gambo Ibrahim Gujungu defect to the APC?
Hon. Gujungu defected to the APC to contribute to and benefit from the developmental strides being made by the APC-led governments at both the state and federal levels.
What was the reaction of the APC to the defection?
The APC welcomed Hon. Gujungu and his supporters, viewing their defection as a significant boost to the party's strength in the Ringim/Taura Federal Constituency.
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