From Edirin Robinson, in Kaduna
The Kaduna State Chapter of the Labour Party (LP) has suffered a major setback as 10,000 of its members defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) due to its leadership crisis.
Speaking during a press conference held at the ADC Secretariat in Kaduna today (Saturday), the Former Finance Director to the late Hon. Ekene Abubakar Adams, Alexander Igoji Adanu, who led the delegation, said their decision to decamp was because of the Party’s commitment to women and youths empowerment.
He disclosed that the decision was further strengthened as a result of the internal crisis within the party, adding that they needed a party where there is peace and development.
“LP has been in different court cases with leadership tussles that have led to a decrease in the number of people in the party activities. We want a new party focusing on youth development. ADC is into youth empowerment”.
“Our decision to join ADC is a reflection of our shared desire for a better Nigeria, where transparency, accountability, and good governance reign supreme”.
“We have a vision to empower women and youths and to bring human capital development to the Chikun/Kajuru federal constituency. Ekene started it, and we worked as a team; we want to ensure that we finish what Ekene started”.
“As we embark on this new journey together, let us remember that our collective goal is to build a Nigeria that works for all its citizens. A Nigeria where every individual has access to quality education, healthcare, and economic opportunities.”
Receiving the decampees, the Chairman, Hon. Ahmed Tijjani Mustapha, applauded their decision, saying that it is a testament to the actualization of plans by the ADC to take over Kaduna in 2027.
“Your presence here today marks a significant milestone in our journey towards creating positive democratic change in our great State and our dear nation”.
ADC also presented Hon. Alexander Igoji Adanu as a candidate for the 2025 by-election for the Chikun/Kajuru constituency in the House of Representatives.
The women leader of LP, who also defected to ADC, Dorothy Tankura, said that they want a peaceful party, adding that they are tired of the internal crisis in LP.
