The lawmaker representing Kano South Senatorial District, Kawu Sumaila, on Wednesday confirmed that he has defected from the New Nigeria People’s Party to the ruling All Progressives Congress.
His clarification, which was contained in a statement shared via his Facebook page, ended weeks of intense political speculation over his future in the NNPP.
The senator hinged his decision to quit on the need to be fully committed to his constituents, which he claims remains his first priority.
The statement read, “Yes, it is true — the rumours regarding my defection are accurate. All politics is local, and my primary concern has always been, and remains, the welfare of my immediate constituency.
“I am resolutely determined to advance the lives of my people, ensuring their needs are met and their future is secured.”
His exit has also fuelled rumour that the leader of the Kwankwasiyyan Movement and former presidential candidate of the NNPP, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, may return to the APC.
The confirmation of his change of allegiance comes on the heels of Wednesday’s shocking defection of Delta Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, former Vice Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Ifeanyi Okowa, and the party structure in the state to the ruling APC.
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