Hundreds of African Democratic Congress, ADC, supporters in Zuru Local Government Area of Kebbi State have defected to the All Progressives Congress, APC, ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The defectors were received by Governor Nasir Idris during a political gathering in Zuru on Saturday.
Anas Aliyu Gujiya, an ADC member and House of Representatives aspirant, led some of the defectors to join the APC.
Speaking at the event, Aliyu appealed to the state government to strengthen security operations in Zuru Emirate, particularly in communities affected by banditry.
Idris welcomed the defectors and said his administration would continue working with security agencies to address insecurity and facilitate the return of displaced residents to their communities.
The governor also acknowledged concerns about poor road conditions in the area and pledged to pursue interventions, including on roads under federal jurisdiction.
2027: Mass defection hits Kebbi ADC as hundreds of supporters join APC