The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has secured a major political boost ahead of the 2027 general elections as key support groups of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar from 19 northern states officially defected to the party. The development was welcomed by APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, and Deputy Senate President, Jibrin Barau, in a move that signals intensified political realignments.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Naija247news gathered that the support groups, which were instrumental in mobilizing grassroots support for Atiku during the 2023 presidential election, announced their defection after extensive consultations with APC stakeholders. The groups cited the need to align with the ruling party to contribute to national development and ensure the North remains politically relevant in the next electoral cycle.
According to Naija247news, Ganduje and Barau received the defectors at a high-profile event, assuring them of full integration into the party structure. Ganduje emphasized that APC remains the most viable platform for national progress, urging the new members to actively participate in party activities ahead of the 2027 elections.
Naija247news reports that the defection marks a significant shift in northern political dynamics, as Atiku’s influence in the region appears to be facing strong challenges. Political analysts believe the mass movement of his support base to the APC could weaken his prospects should he decide to contest again.
Naija247news understands that the defectors pledged their commitment to strengthening APC’s presence in the North and working towards consolidating the party’s dominance in future elections. They expressed confidence in the leadership of President Bola Tinubu and the party’s ability to address key national issues, including economic recovery and security.
With the 2027 elections still years away, the defection of these support groups is expected to reshape the political landscape in the North. It remains to be seen how the opposition, particularly Atiku and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), will respond to this shift as political strategies continue to evolve.
