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In a significant political development, Hon. Inuwa Garba, Member representing Yamaltu-Deba Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Garba presented his APC membership card to Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya at the Government House in Gombe, marking his full integration into the ruling party. The card was obtained from his ward in Lubo, Yamaltu-Deba Local Government Area. Explaining his decision, Garba cited Governor Yahaya’s purposeful leadership, people-centred policies, and visible development strides across Gombe State. He also expressed confidence in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, describing APC as a credible and stable platform capable of delivering sustainable growth and inclusive governance. “The APC represents the future of progressive governance in Nigeria. I am convinced that under the leadership of Governor Inuwa Yahaya and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, our people will continue to enjoy meaningful development,” Garba stated. Governor Yahaya’s ResponseGovernor Yahaya warmly welcomed Garba into the APC fold, commending his courage and sense of responsibility to his constituents. He described the defection as a strong endorsement of APC’s performance in Gombe State and a validation of his administration’s development-focused governance model. The Governor, recently appointed by President Tinubu as Renewed Hope Ambassador and Secretary for Party Outreach, Engagement and Mobilization, emphasized that Garba’s defection is a major political gain that will further consolidate APC’s dominance in Gombe ahead of future elections. Political ImplicationsFor APC: The defection strengthens the party’s grip on Gombe politics, adding momentum to its outreach efforts. For PDP: Losing a sitting federal lawmaker underscores ongoing challenges with internal cohesion and retention of key figures. For Voters: The move signals shifting alliances that could reshape campaign strategies and representation in the run-up to 2027. This development reflects the broader trend of defections reshaping Nigeria’s political landscape, especially in the North-East.
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