A former Governor of Sokoto State, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has criticized the wave of defections in the NorthWest, stating that they are driven by personal gains rather than the interest of the people.
Tambuwal made this statement after the maiden Zonal Executive Council Meeting of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Northwest in Kaduna on Saturday. He argued that defectors who align with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) are motivated by personal benefits rather than public service.
The PDP Chieftain also lambasted the APC-led federal government, accusing it of lacking focus, compassion, and direction. He emphasized the need for opposition forces to unite and strategize for the 2027 elections to provide an alternative for Nigerians.
Meanwhile, the PDP Northwest reaffirmed its commitment to reclaiming power in 2027, emphasizing the need for unity and strategic mobilization. The party’s resolve to take its place in national leadership was underscored in a communiqué issued at the end of the meeting.
Key PDP stalwarts, including former Kaduna State Governor, Senator Ahmed Makarfi, and former Kano State Governor, Senator Ibrahim Shekarau, attended the high-profile meeting.
In a related development, fact-checking revealed that the current administration’s claim of reducing food inflation is misleading. According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), food inflation figures have been on the rise since May 2023, with the latest figure standing at 39.84%
