President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has welcomed more than 64,000 defectors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), African Democratic Congress (ADC), and several other political parties into the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Jigawa State.

Represented by Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni, the President commended the new members for their decision to join the ruling party, promising them equal opportunities and fair treatment.

In a statement by Buni’s media aide, Mamman Mohammed, Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to enhancing national security and fostering economic growth. He also assured Nigerians of his government’s determination to complete key infrastructure projects such as the Kano–Maiduguri highway to boost trade and connectivity across the region.

The President lauded Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi for his developmental efforts, saying the progress recorded under his leadership reflects the APC’s commitment to good governance.

APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, who led members of the party’s National Working Committee to the event, urged the new members to actively contribute to the growth of the party. “The APC is your home; work together to strengthen it,” he said.

Senior Special Assistant to the President on Political and Other Matters, Kabiru Ibrahim Masari, also encouraged the people of Jigawa to continue supporting the APC-led administration, emphasizing that the state has benefited significantly from federal government initiatives.

Governor Namadi, while addressing the gathering, expressed confidence that with the latest wave of defections, the APC’s dominance in Jigawa remains unshaken. “With this level of support, no party can challenge the APC in Jigawa State,” he declared.

The event, which drew a large turnout of supporters, further solidified the APC’s political influence in the northwest region ahead of future elections.