I remain APC member – Jigawa Deputy Governor denies defection rumours

Politics I remain APC member – Jigawa Deputy Governor denies defection rumours Published on April 22, 2026 By Khaleel Muhammad googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); The Deputy Governor of Jigawa State, Aminu Usman, has dismissed rumours alleging that he plans to defect to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Usman made the clarification while addressing APC stakeholders during a meeting held on Monday at the Government House, Dutse. He said his attention had been drawn to what he described as false reports circulating on social media about his alleged intention to leave the All Progressives Congress (APC). googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); According to him, the claims were fabricated by certain individuals to serve their personal interests. “I want to make it clear that I remain a member of the APC and I have no plan to join any other party. We have been working peacefully with Governor Umar Namadi from the beginning to this day,” he said. The deputy governor also reaffirmed his commitment to the current administration ahead of the 2027 general elections. “Those who witnessed the 2023 general election know it was the Danmodi-Rola ticket. By the grace of God, it will be another Danmodi-Rola ticket in 2027,” he added. He warned those behind the rumours and propaganda to desist from spreading falsehoods capable of causing unnecessary political tension in the state. Don't Miss 2027: They are very scared – Aisha Yesufu reveals Tinubu’s nightmare You may like Police arrest three, recover Kano-stolen vehicle in Jigawa Alleged assault: Wade into crisis rocking APC in Lagelu – Party chieftains appeal to Tinubu, Yilwatda ADC protesters in Jigawa demand recognition of Mark-led leadership Tinubu, APC not controlling INEC – Orji Kalu dismisses opposition’s claims PDP loses five Reps, APC two as fresh defections hit House 2027: There’ll be mass defection from APC soon, expect confusion – Primate Ayodele

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