Hon. Aminu Mohammed Danmaliki, a former Commissioner and federal lawmaker in the All Progressives Congress (APC), has defected to the People's Redemption Party (PRP) in Bauchi State, marking a significant setback for the ruling party (thisdaylive.com). Danmaliki, who held prominent positions within the APC, resigned from his roles and joined the opposition party, citing dissatisfaction with the party's leadership and direction.
The defection comes amid ongoing political tensions in Bauchi, where internal party struggles have intensified. Meanwhile, the APC faces further challenges as former minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, resigned to pursue the governorship ticket, which he ultimately lost (leadership.ng). A group, Arewa Dignity Advancement Initiative (ArDA), has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to appoint Adamu Adamu, a former minister of Education from Bauchi, to replace Tuggar.
The political shifts in Bauchi highlight the growing instability within the APC, as key figures leave the party in search of alternative political alliances. The defection of Danmaliki and the resignation of Tuggar underscore the challenges faced by the ruling party in maintaining cohesion and leadership in the state.
