According to Punch, in a major political realignment in Kaduna State, former Director-General of the National Emergency Management Agency, Muhammad Sani Sidi, has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress. Speaking at an event held at the Kaduna International Trade Fair Complex on Wednesday, Governor Uba Sani welcomed Sidi and his supporters into the APC fold, describing the development as a landmark moment for the party.
Governor Sani lauded the return of Sidi, calling it one of the happiest days in the political history of the state. He praised Sidi as a political heavyweight who had made notable contributions to Kaduna’s growth and development, emphasizing that his decision to join the APC was rooted in selfless service and not personal gain.
Describing Sidi as a man of means whose motivation stems from a commitment to development, Sani noted that his administration’s emphasis on fairness and people-centered governance played a key role in attracting the former PDP stalwart back to the ruling party.
Sidi, in his speech, affirmed that his defection followed extensive consultations across all 23 local government areas in the state.
He said; “I stand before you today to announce my official defection to the APC, a party I believe holds the promise of a better Kaduna State and a greater Nigeria.”
He explained that the APC’s development agenda aligned with his personal mission of uplifting communities and delivering meaningful governance. Commending the governor’s strides in infrastructure, youth empowerment, education, and security, Sidi expressed optimism about Kaduna’s future under APC leadership.
He also applauded the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, for his leadership in national affairs, further reinforcing the collaborative nature of the APC’s influence.
Beyond his own defection, Sidi announced the exit of several influential PDP figures, including two former state party chairmen, a former secretary, and a former member of the state assembly, all of whom have now joined the APC with him. He described their transition not as a mere political shift but as a partnership committed to development and unity.
Sidi pledged unwavering loyalty to the APC and vowed to work with the leadership to achieve a peaceful and prosperous Kaduna State, underscoring his belief that the party holds the key to a brighter future for both the state and the country.
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