By Henry Umoru

ABUJA – The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is collapsing at an unprecedented rate, as support groups that backed Atiku Abubakar in the 2023 presidential election have defected to the ruling party.

Ganduje made the statement on Thursday while receiving the Coalition of Atiku Support Groups in the 19 Northern States, who formally switched allegiance to the APC in Abuja.

The event, held at the A-Class Event Centre, had in attendance representatives from the 19 Northern states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), who pledged their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid.

Why Atiku’s Supporters Dumped PDP

Speaking on behalf of the defectors, the coalition’s coordinator, Hon. Abubakar Malami, said the move was inspired by President Tinubu’s policies and the leadership of Senator Barau Jibrin, the Deputy President of the Senate.

“Our groups consist of women, youths, students, traders, academics, and farmers from diverse backgrounds,” Malami said.

“In 2023, we mobilized support for Atiku Abubakar, believing he would address the challenges plaguing our region, particularly insecurity and economic hardship. However, under President Tinubu, we have seen significant improvements—especially in security and economic policies—leading to reduced food prices and renewed hope for our people.”

Malami also praised the administration for establishing the North West Development Commission (NWDC) and the North Central Development Commission (NCDC), both of which were spearheaded by Senator Barau to stimulate regional economic growth.

“One of the most impactful initiatives is the Barau Initiative for Agricultural Revolution in the North West (BIARN), which aims to create over 500 young farmer millionaires,” Malami added. “If replicated across the North East and North Central, Nigeria will achieve food security and reduce youth unemployment.”

Welcoming the defectors, Senator Barau Jibrin described their move as a “big catch” for the APC, emphasizing that the party was committed to national transformation.


https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/03/2027-pdp-collapsing-at-a-fantastic-rate-ganduje/