Six lawmakers in the Zamfara State House of Assembly have dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The defection was formally announced, marking a fresh political shift in the state legislature.
The lawmakers were elected on the platform of the PDP but have now aligned with the ruling APC.
Their exit reduces the strength of the opposition in the Assembly and further boosts APC’s influence in the state.
Those who crossed over include Hon. Muktar Nasir Kaura, who represents Kaura North constituency.
Also involved is Hon. Nasiru Abdullahi Maru of Maru North and Hon. Amiru Ahmad Keta from Tsafe West.
Others are Hon. Bashar Aliyu Gummi, representing Gummi I constituency, and Barrister Bashir Abubakar Masama of Bukkuyum North.
Hon. Bashir Bello, the lawmaker for Bungudu West constituency, is also part of the defection.
The lawmakers announced their decision during plenary, where they cited political realignment and the need to work with the ruling party as reasons for their move.
Their defection immediately changes the numerical balance within the Assembly.
With this development, the APC now holds a stronger position in the Zamfara State House of Assembly.
Party leaders of the APC in Zamfara have welcomed the lawmakers, describing their decision as a boost to governance and unity.
