Thursday, May 7, 2026 - Human rights activist cum politician, Aisha Yesufu, has defected from the African Democratic Congress to the Nigeria Democratic Congress.
She announced her defection from declaring her intention to
contest for the Federal Capital Territory senatorial seat in the 2027 general
elections.
Yesufu disclosed this in a statement posted on her X handle
on Wednesday, saying her decision followed what she described as a deeper
understanding of “the future of the nation” and her continued alignment with
the political direction of former presidential candidate, Peter Obi.
“The next couple of days will define the future of this
nation. This deeper understanding is why I resigned from the African Democratic
Congress (ADC) to join the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as I follow the
leadership of HE Peter Obi, who today embodies the hope and aspiration of a
Nigeria that works,” she wrote.
She said her initial decision to support Obi led her to join
the ADC, adding that her move to the NDC was part of a continued commitment to
that support.
“When I give my word, I keep it. My decision to support HE
Peter Obi first led me to the ADC. To continue to honour the promise I am
joining the NDC,” she added.
Yesufu further stated that she would not only be joining the
NDC but also contesting for the FCT senatorial seat under the party.
“This time I am joining the NDC not just as a member but as
one running for the FCT Senatorial seat,” she wrote.
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