Nigeria: Gov. Lawal formally defects to APC, cites internal crisis — Africa Links 24

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara has formally defected to the All Progressives Congress, APC, ending speculations over the past weeks.

Mr Lawal’s defection was announced by Nuhu Salihu-Anka, Director-General, Media and Communication, Office of the Governor, in Gusau on Monday.

“The Government and APC family of Zamfara State wish to formally inform the general public of an important political development following extensive consultations with stakeholders, political leaders, elders, and…