Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal defects from PDP to APC, welcomed by Minister Bello Matawalle as a historic moment for the state and Nigerian politics
The Governor Dauda Lawal has officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), a move described as historic by the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle.
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Matawalle, a former governor of Zamfara, welcomed Lawal as a “friend and brother” and emphasized that politics should focus on building bridges rather than conflict.
“Today marks a historic moment in the political history of our state and our dear nation as we welcome a friend and brother, the Executive Governor of Zamfara State, His Excellency, Dauda Lawal, into our great party, the APC,” Matawalle said in a statement.
The Minister pledged collaboration with Lawal to advance the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, tackle insecurity, and ensure a safer and more prosperous Zamfara State.
“Zamfara State now needs the collective commitment of all of us to confront and address our challenges, especially insecurity, while working together to deliver the realization of the Renewed Hope agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” Matawalle added.
He urged APC members to unite with renewed determination ahead of the 2027 elections, emphasizing that Lawal’s entry strengthens the party’s vision for the state.
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With this defection, APC positions itself to consolidate support in Zamfara as Lawal aligns with the party’s progressive agenda.
