Gombe Governor's Ex-Aide Quits APC for ADC, Boosting Party's Grassroots Presence

Dr. Gafakan Akko, a former special adviser to Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya in Gombe State, has left the APC to join the ADC.

His decision to defect is based on the ADC's vision of international organizational commitment, justice, inclusive development, and good governance. Alhaji Muhammad Jibrin Bard, an ADC official, welcomed Dr.

Akko, stating that his defection is a significant boost to the party's presence in the local government areas of Gombe State. This move is expected to reshape the political landscape in Akko beyond the APC stronghold.