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Former House Of Reps Speaker Dumps Party, Joins ADC
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
Former Speaker of the House of Representatives and former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and moved to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Tambuwal made the announcement in the early hours of Thursday through a statement shared on his X account.
In the statement, he said he had already submitted a written resignation to the chairman of his ward before officially joining the ADC with his political associates and loyal supporters.
The former governor explained that his decision followed long consultations and personal reflection about the current situation within the PDP.
According to him, the party has been dealing with ongoing internal disputes, disagreements among leaders and growing divisions that have continued to affect its unity.
He stated that the challenges inside the party have made it difficult for him to remain a member.
Tambuwal noted that the disagreements and internal struggles have gradually weakened the structure and direction that once defined the party.
Tambuwal also spoke about the role the PDP played in his political journey. He acknowledged that the party gave him the opportunity to grow politically and helped shape his career in public service.
During his time in the PDP, he served as Speaker of the House of Representatives and later completed two terms as Governor of Sokoto State.
Despite acknowledging the role the party played in his rise, Tambuwal said the current situation within the PDP forced him to make a new decision about his political future.
The former governor said his move to the African Democratic Congress was based on his belief that the country needs a stronger political platform that can promote accountability, integrity and national development.
He added that he believes the ADC can provide a better structure for democratic progress in Nigeria.
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Tambuwal also said he remains committed to the values of democracy, justice and national unity as he begins a new political chapter in the ADC.
His defection adds to the growing number of politicians who have recently moved to the party.
In recent months, the ADC has received several high-profile members, including former presidential candidate Peter Obi.
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has increased the premium motor spirit price after Dangote Refinery raised its gantry price.
A market survey by DAILY POST on Thursday showed NNPCL outlets in Abuja and its environs have adjusted their petrol pump price to N1,364 per liter from N1,295. This means that the state-owned oil firm hiked petrol by N69 per liter.
The latest fuel prices have been implemented at Gwarimpa, Kubwa Expressway, Wuse Zone 6, and Zone 4 NNPCL filling stations in Abuja.
“We adjusted our pump price to N1364 per liter from N1295 this morning, an attendant said.
Filling stations in Abuja, such as MRS, BOVAS, and others, have raised their petrol price to between N1365 and N1370 per liter.
Recall that Dangote Refinery had on Wednesday increased its fuel gantry price by N75 to N1,275 per liter from N1,200 due to a hike in crude oil price to above $115 per liter.
Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully foiled a late-night attack by suspected ISWAP/JAS terrorists in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State.
The development was contained in a post shared on Thursday on X by security analyst , Zagazola Makama.
According to the post, the incident happened at about 11:40 p.m. on April 27 when troops of the 162 Amphibious Battalion detected movement of suspected insurgents approaching their position at Mandaraguirau.
Accordibg to Makama who quoted security sources, the attackers were travelling on about 30 motorcycles and were advancing through the Diwa Kamda and Diwa Mbula axis before they were spotted through surveillance systems.
The troops were said to have immediately engaged the group with firepower, forcing them to retreat without reaching their target or making contact.
The attackers reportedly fled after coming under heavy resistance from the soldiers.
The sources added that the quick response by the troops prevented what could have been a coordinated attack on the area.
The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), David Mark, has assured party members that the party will participate fully in the 2027 general elections, dismissing concerns over ongoing legal challenges.
Speaking Wednesday night after receiving a briefing from the party’s legal team on a recent judgment by the Federal High Court in Abuja, Mark expressed confidence that the party would overcome all litigations.
“You do not have anything to be afraid of regarding all the litigations before the party,” he said.
“I want to assure you that we shall triumph in all the cases, and we shall be on the ballot for every election.”
He added that the party was fully prepared to pursue all legal options. “We are more than ready for these cases and will do everything within the ambit of the law to surmount every situation,” Mark stated, pledging to personally lead the party through the legal process.
The ADC’s legal team has already initiated an appeal against the judgment and filed for a stay of execution, signaling the party’s determination to challenge the ruling.
Mark’s reassurance came as the party intensifies preparations for the 2027 elections, a period seen as critical for consolidating its political footing.
Party officials say the development is expected to boost confidence among members and supporters while reinforcing the ADC’s resolve to remain a key contender.
Earlier, the legal team briefed Mark and other party leaders on the implications of the court decision and outlined strategies for the cases ahead.
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