Defecting Governors Trust Tinubu for Political Power

Ladan Salihu, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), expressed that governors who have defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) are motivated by the belief that President Bola Tinubu can provide them with political power and victories. During a discussion, Salihu warned that while these governors may seek to align with Tinubu for political gain, mass defections do not necessarily ensure electoral success.

He urged politicians to rely on their support base rather than solely on the influence of the ruling party. Salihu's comments reflect a critical perspective on the motivations behind political realignments in Nigeria, particularly in the context of the current political landscape under Tinubu's presidency.