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By Muhammad Gazali Garba
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has recorded a major political breakthrough in Sokoto State as thousands of supporters of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) defected to the party in Gorau Town, the political stronghold of the member representing Gada/Goronyo Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon.Bashir Usman Gorau.
The mass defection, which took place in Gorau/Takakume Ward of Goronyo Local Government Area, is widely regarded as a significant setback for the ADC in Sokoto East Senatorial District, coming from the home base of one of the party’s most prominent elected officials.
The defectors were formally received at a colourful rally attended by party leaders, stakeholders and supporters, who described the development as a clear demonstration of the APC’s growing popularity and increasing public confidence in the administration of Governor Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto.
Welcoming the new members, the APC Zonal Vice Chairman for Sokoto East, Alhaji Muhammad Musa Sarkin Alaru, assured them of equal rights and opportunities within the party, stressing that the APC remains a progressive platform committed to inclusive leadership and the development of Sokoto State.
He also commended the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor, Alhaji Hussaini N. Umar Gorau, for his tireless grassroots mobilisation and dedication to the welfare of the people, noting that his efforts played a vital role in expanding the party’s support base in the area.
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Speaking at the rally, Alhaji Hussaini Gorau attributed the growing wave of defections across the state to the people-oriented leadership of Governor Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto and the enduring political influence of Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko.
He said the administration’s investments in road infrastructure, rural development, agriculture, security and the fight against banditry had continued to improve the lives of citizens and attract more people to the APC.
Also speaking, the APC Chairman in Goronyo Local Government Area, Alhaji Sa’idu Muhammad Goronyo, urged the new members to remain loyal, united and committed to the ideals of the party to consolidate its growing dominance across the local government.
Speaking on behalf of the defectors, Nasiru Mukhtar Gorau said their decision to join the APC was informed by the visible achievements of the Governor Ahmad Aliyu-led administration, particularly in the areas of infrastructure development, improved security and the provision of essential social amenities to rural communities.
The event also featured the presentation of awards to the Minister of State for Works, Barrister Bello Muhammad Goronyo; the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor, Alhaji Hussaini N. Umar Gorau; and the APC Sokoto East Senatorial candidate, Alhaji Umar Ajiya, in recognition of their outstanding contributions to community development and the growth of the party.
