In Jigawa State, eight state assembly candidates from the opposition Labour Party (LP) switched parties on Friday.
The eight contenders hail from the seats of Auyo, Kirikasamma, Bulangu, Malammadori, Kafin Hausa, Birniwa, Guri, and Kaugama.
According to a statement from the governor’s media aide, Habibu Kila, the politicians were welcomed by Governor Muhammad Badaru at a gathering in the government house.
According to Mr. Kila, the governor also received a former member of the Labour Party’s northern presidential campaign committee who joined the APC.
Governor Badaru thanked them, assured them that they would be included in all party activities, and asked them to be devoted party members.
The statement stated that one of the defections, Guri Local Government Area lawmaker Muhammad Makinta, spoke on behalf of his colleagues and claimed that they joined the APC after realizing that the party in the state offers greater opportunities.
In their individual spheres of influence, Mr. Makinta said they would fight to secure the success of the APC’s candidates in the general election.
Aminu Gumel, the state’s APC chairman, welcomed the new members and told them that they would be given the same benefits and rights as long-time members.
