Danjani hailed the defection as a significant boost to the party’s strength and unity, stressing the PDP’s commitment to supporting the newcomers and enhancing grassroots mobilization ahead of the 2027 elections. He called for peaceful engagement among political actors in the state as election preparations intensify.

Mamuda Sakwaya, a PDP stalwart and ward leader, expressed delight at the influx of new members, noting it marked a milestone for the party in Sakwaya and Jigawa. He emphasized the PDP’s growing influence at the grassroots level, crucial for electoral success.

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Mrs. Harira Sakwaya, the leader of the defectors and wife of the APC ward chairman, voiced regret over her previous political alignment, criticizing the APC for its failure to meet members’ expectations. She highlighted that the defectors included 273 women and 16 men, all seeking a better future within the PDP.

Source: Punch