PDP's Kwara Challenge: Mustapha's Defection and G15 Coalition
The political dynamics in Kwara have shifted significantly with the defection of Senator Saliu Mustapha from the APC to the PDP, where he is now the candidate for Kwara Central Senate against the APC's Governor Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq. The G15 coalition, which opposes the governor's candidates, has formed an alliance with the PDP and the political structure of former Senate President Bukola Saraki.
This coalition aims to defeat the APC in the state while asserting that their opposition does not extend to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The coalition's strategy raises concerns among stakeholders about whether voters can reject APC candidates for state positions yet still support Tinubu in the presidential election.
The G15's alliance with the PDP has evolved into a working relationship, allowing Mustapha to secure a platform for his Senate bid while providing the PDP an opportunity to capitalize on the APC's internal issues. The success of this strategy hinges on effective grassroots messaging.
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