Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) after what the government described as extensive consultations with political stakeholders and supporters across the state.
The announcement was made in a press statement signed by Nuhu Salihu Anka, Director General, Media and Communication, Office of the Governor, Government House, Gusau.
According to the statement, the governor said the decision was taken in the overriding interest of stability, progress and sustainable development of the state. It followed consultations with political leaders, elders and supporters.
The statement noted that the move was influenced by the prolonged internal crisis, leadership disagreements and unresolved structural challenges within the PDP at both national and state levels, which it said have created uncertainty capable of affecting governance.
The governor said his primary responsibility remains the peace, security and development of Zamfara State, adding that joining the APC would provide greater unity and stronger cooperation with the Federal Government for the benefit of the people.
The government called on citizens, political leaders and supporters to remain calm and supportive as the state begins a new political phase aimed at promoting unity, stability and development.
