Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has explained the reasons behind his decision to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and join the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The announcement was made on his behalf by the Acting Governor, Malam Mani Mummuni, during a press conference at the Government House in Gusau.

Mummuni said the decision followed extensive consultations with key stakeholders across the state and was formally reached at a stakeholders’ meeting held at the Rescue Hall in the Government House, Gusau.

According to him, the meeting was the culmination of a broad engagement process earlier initiated by the governor to assess the political situation and determine the state’s next direction.

He explained that the decision to join the APC was influenced by the deepening internal crisis within the PDP, as well as the need to foster greater unity and consensus in tackling Zamfara State’s security and development challenges.

Mummuni added that stakeholders at the meeting overwhelmingly advised the governor to align with the ruling party’s Renewed Hope development agenda in the interest of stability, progress, and the overall development of Zamfara State and the country.

He therefore urged supporters and political stakeholders across the state to begin registering with the APC as the party commences its e-registration exercise, with the aim of strengthening the progressive movement in Zamfara.

The acting governor assured that the move reflects Lawal’s commitment to unity, stability, and accelerated development for the people of Zamfara State and Nigeria. (The Nation)