Aisha Yesufu Joins NDC, Announces FCT Senatorial Bid

Aisha Yesufu, a prominent activist, has officially announced her resignation from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to join the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). This decision was made public through a statement on her social media handle on Wednesday.

Yesufu explained that her choice to support Peter Obi, a presidential aspirant, influenced her transition from ADC to NDC. She has declared her intent to contest for the senatorial seat representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in the upcoming 2027 general elections.

In her statement, Yesufu emphasized that she is not joining the NDC merely to contest the FCT senatorial seat but to continue her commitment to support Obi. She expressed gratitude to the ADC members and acknowledged the invaluable experience gained during her time with the party, ensuring a clean transition.