All Progressives Congress Expects Further Defections as Opposition Crisis Deepens in Kebbi State

The APC in Kebbi State anticipates more defections as the PDP and ADC face leadership disputes. Spokesman Asalafi cites growing confidence in ruling party dominance.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 14, 2026, 5:13 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Daily Post Nigeria.

Capitalizing on Opposition Fragmentations

The All Progressives Congress in Kebbi State has publicly expressed its intention to leverage the ongoing turmoil within rival political organizations to strengthen its own ranks. According to party spokesperson Issa Abubakar, Asalafi, the internal friction currently paralyzing the Peoples Democratic Party and the African Democratic Congress provides a strategic advantage for the ruling party. As these organizations struggle with internal cohesion, the APC anticipates that disillusioned members will increasingly seek political refuge under its banner.

A Cycle of High Profile Defections

The political landscape in Kebbi has already shifted significantly following several high profile departures from the opposition. Aminu Bande, the 2023 governorship candidate for the PDP, recently moved to the ADC, illustrating the volatility of the current environment. However, the ADC is now facing its own set of challenges, specifically regarding factional disputes over state leadership. These cascading crises have allowed the APC to position itself as the sole stable platform in the region's competitive political arena.

Legislative Dominance and Shifting Loyalties

A major indicator of the APC's growing influence is the mass defection of federal lawmakers within the state. Asalafi highlighted that all three senators originally elected under the PDP in Kebbi, alongside various members of the House of Representatives, have formally joined the ruling party. This trend is cited by party officials as evidence of a broad confidence in the current administration’s governance, which they believe will carry through to the next general election cycle.