2027: ADC Suffers Blow As Top Reps Aspirant Dumps Party For APC

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has suffered a setback ahead of the 2027 general elections following the defection of a former House of Representatives aspirant, Mohammed Danjuma, to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

According to Ireporter Online, Danjuma, popularly known as Garkuwa Babba, previously contested for the Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye Federal Constituency ticket under the ADC and also served as the National Chairman of the ADC House of Representatives Aspirants Forum.

He announced his decision to join the APC after a meeting with the Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, at the Governor’s Lodge in Abuja.

During the meeting, Danjuma pledged his support for the ruling party and promised to mobilise his political network and grassroots supporters for the APC ahead of the 2027 elections.

He also declared his support for Governor Yahaya’s senatorial ambition, the party’s governorship candidate in Gombe State, Dr Jamilu Isiyaku Gwamna, as well as other APC candidates.

Danjuma said his decision to leave the ADC was largely influenced by Governor Yahaya’s leadership and what he described as his developmental achievements across Gombe State.

According to him, the governor’s performance had strengthened confidence in the APC and reduced the appeal of opposition parties among voters in the state.

He described his move to the APC as a decision aimed at supporting continuity, stability and further development in Gombe State.

Reacting to the development, Governor Yahaya welcomed Danjuma and his supporters into the APC, describing the defection as a major boost for the party.

The governor assured the new members of an inclusive and united political platform, stressing the importance of loyalty, unity and collective efforts in achieving the party’s goals.

Yahaya said the APC remained open to individuals and groups willing to contribute to the vision of building a peaceful, stable and prosperous Gombe State.

He added that Danjuma’s political experience, grassroots network and influence would be valuable to the party as preparations for the 2027 elections gather momentum.

The governor also urged party members and stakeholders to remain united, noting that the strength of the APC depended on its ability to accommodate different interests while working towards the development of Gombe State.