El-Rufai's former ally promises to deliver 11 LGAs to APC
Alhaji Bashir Sai’du, former Chief of Staff to ex Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has pledged to deliver Zazzau emirate to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in upcoming elections.
In Brief
- •Alhaji Bashir Sai’du, former Chief of Staff to ex Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has pledged to deliver Zazzau emirate to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in upcoming elections.
- •He recently defected from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) with thousands of supporters and has committed to APC.
- •Bashir claims to have 10,000 supporters who have already joined APC and promises to exceed past records in Zaria local government.
Why It Matters
This political defection and pledge highlight the shifting dynamics within Kaduna State's political landscape. It underscores the importance of local alliances and grassroots support in shaping electoral outcomes. The promise to deliver 11 LGAs to APC could significantly influence the state's political map and potentially impact national election results.
Key Details
- Local Governments Pledged
- 11 LGAs in Zazzau emirate
- Supporters Joined APC
- 10,000
- Previous Party
- African Democratic Congress (ADC)
- Current Party
- All Progressives Congress (APC)
Context & Background
Alhaji Bashir Sai’du served as the Chief of Staff to Governor Nasir El-Rufai and was also the Commissioner of Finance during his administration. His political career has been marked by significant shifts and alliances within Kaduna State's political landscape.
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