ADC Grows as Defections Continue, Says Tambuwal

Aminu Waziri Tambuwal has stated that only politicians with courage and a commitment to selfless service should consider joining the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Speaking on Wednesday, Tambuwal welcomed Isa Salihu Kalenjeni, the former Chairman of Tangaza Local Government Area, into the ADC after Kalenjeni resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC). Tambuwal described the move as a bold step in the face of pressure, urging others who serve for public good rather than personal gain to follow suit. "Anyone who believes that what he is doing is for the people and for the sake of God, not for personal gain, should have the courage to leave any political party and join the ADC," Tambuwal said. He accused the APC of using intimidation to deter members from defecting and of trying to create internal divisions within the ADC. According to Tambuwal, the ruling party now sees the ADC as its most significant electoral threat ahead of upcoming elections. He also criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration over the country's worsening security situation, saying many Nigerians are disillusioned with the APC due to the persistence of insecurity. Tambuwal praised Kalenjeni for making the decision to defect, calling it a demonstration of moral conviction in the face of political pressure. The ADC leadership expects more defections in the coming weeks as internal dissatisfaction within the APC grows. No timeline or formal process for integrating new members was disclosed. The party plans to hold a national meeting next month to discuss strategy and unity.

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