I’m Still in PDP, Not Defecting Anywhere – Zamfara Governor Lawal Clarifies

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has firmly denied reports suggesting he is planning to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC) or any other political party.

In an interview today, Governor Lawal dismissed the speculation as baseless rumours. He stated clearly that he remains a committed member of the PDP and has no plans to join the APC or the African Democratic Congress (ADC), recently adopted by an opposition coalition.

“First of all, I’m glad you referred to it as a rumour,” he said when asked about his alleged defection. “Yes, some political parties may be calling on me to join them, but I am a PDP card-carrying member and I remain in PDP. I have no intention of going anywhere.”

He also rejected claims that he was under pressure or seeking political cover by aligning with the APC. According to him, the same opposition forces existed during the 2023 elections, and yet he emerged victorious.

Lawal expressed confidence in his political standing, stating that he is unshaken by opposition figures in Zamfara, including former governors Sani Yerima and Bello Matawalle. He vowed to defeat them again if they contested against him in the 2027 election.

While acknowledging internal issues within the PDP, Governor Lawal said efforts are underway to resolve them. “It’s just a matter of time before everything is settled,” he assured.

On his relationship with President Bola Tinubu, Lawal said he enjoys a cordial rapport with the president despite their political differences. When asked whether he would support Tinubu in the next election, he replied, “Let’s see how events unfold. There are still two years to 2027. Right now, governance should be the priority, not politics.”

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