A former governorship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party in Yobe State, Ali Tikau, has officially defected to the African Democratic Congress.
Tikau announced his defection on Monday during a ceremony held in his hometown of Tikau in Nangere Local Government Area of the state. The event drew a large crowd of supporters, political associates and community members who gathered to witness the political shift.
As part of the formal process marking his departure from the PDP, Tikau symbolically surrendered his party membership card to ward executives. The card was received by the Chairman of the PDP Tikau Ward, Samaila Jalamawa, alongside the ward secretary.
Following the symbolic handover, the former PDP chieftain was officially welcomed into the ADC, where he was presented with a new membership card by Babangida Dagare, who represented the state chairman of the party.
Other ward officials present at the event included the Youth Leader, Ali Garba Tikau, the Organising Secretary, Salisu Ibrahim and Adamu Hassan, who joined in receiving the new member into the party.
Tikau previously served as Executive Secretary of the National Primary Education Commission and has remained active in the political landscape of Yobe State for years.
He contested the governorship election in the state under the PDP in both 2011 and 2023 but was unsuccessful in his bids for the top seat.
Speaking with journalists shortly after the ceremony, Tikau explained that his decision to leave the PDP came after extensive consultations with supporters and political allies.
According to him, the move was aimed at exploring new political opportunities that could drive development and progress in his community and across the state.
“Having served the PDP peacefully for many years, we have collectively resolved to join the ADC to foster comprehensive development for our community,” he said.
The politician also pledged his loyalty to the ADC, promising to mobilise support for the party ahead of future elections.
He assured party members that he would work tirelessly to strengthen the party and ensure its success at all levels in the 2027 general elections.
Tikau further urged his supporters to remain united and committed to the ideals of the ADC, expressing confidence that the party would provide a strong platform to advance the aspirations of the people of Yobe State.
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