Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the All Progressives Congress (APC).
In a statement on Monday, the governor’s media aide, Nuhu Anka, said the defection followed his principal’s consultation with stakeholders in the state.
He reiterated the governor’s commitment to security the North-Western state, saying it has become necessary to align with a political platform that provides greater unity, stability, and stronger cooperation with the Federal Government for the benefit of the people.
Anka said the final deliberation leading to the historic decision was held at the Government House in Gusau under the coordination and leadership of the Deputy Governor, alongside senior government officials and key political stakeholders.
He lauded members of the Peoples Democratic Party for their cooperation, adding that the present political realities and the unresolved crisis within the party have made it necessary to take this bold step in the interest of good governance and the future of Zamfara State.
It remains unclear why the governor decided to pitch his tent with the APC.
Lawal, 60, is one of the few governors who is seeking re-election in the 2027 general polls. His defection now brings the total number of APC governors now to 31.
Recall that last week, Adawama State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, announced his decision to join the ruling party.
The governor said he moved with all his cabinet members, appointees, and elected local government chairmen.
Zamfara Governor Dumps PDP, Joins APC
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