Several former candidates of the All‑Democratic Congress (ADC) have switched allegiance to the All‑Progressives Congress (APC) in a move that could reshape the political landscape in northern Nigeria.
The defections were announced early this week, with the APC claiming that the new members bring valuable experience and a fresh perspective to the party’s national campaign strategy.
“Returning the fuel subsidy will cripple the North,” warned APC chairman Nentawe Yilwatda, citing the economic strain that a subsidy reversal would impose on the region.
Yilwatda’s comment comes amid ongoing debates over the federal government’s plans to re‑introduce fuel subsidies, a policy that has long been a point of contention between the government and opposition parties.
Observers note that the influx of former ADC candidates could strengthen the APC’s position in upcoming elections, particularly in the North where the party has historically struggled to secure broad support.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
