Saliu Mustapha Defects to PDP from APC Amid Tensions
Senator Saliu Mustapha, who represents Kwara Central, has officially left the All Progressives Congress (APC) to join the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). This decision has garnered reactions, particularly from former Kaduna Central Senator Shehu Sani, who expressed sadness over Mustapha's defection but refrained from criticizing it.
Sani, who has had his own conflicts with governors in the past, indicated that he understands the pressures that lead to such decisions. The defection is believed to be influenced by tensions with Kwara Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, with reports suggesting that Mustapha felt alienated due to the governor's management of the APC in the state.
Observers have noted that Mustapha's exit could set the stage for a significant contest in Kwara Central ahead of the 2027 general elections, as it adds pressure on the APC leadership in the region. Mustapha's departure was announced on Friday, August 21, 2026.
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