A major political development has eriputed in the northeastern state of Adamawa state, with Senator Aishatu Dahiru Ahmed, popularly known as Binani, officially defecting from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
The announcement came after months of speculation about her future within the APC, following a turbulent political period marked by her controversial disqualification from the 2023 Adamawa gubernatorial race, despite initially clinching the party’s ticket.
In a bold move, Binani declared her switch to the ADC alongside a throng of loyal supporters who accompanied her to the party’s state secretariat in Yola, Adamawa State capital. Her entrance into ADC was greeted with fanfare as party leaders and members welcomed her as a major political asset with the potential to reshape the state’s political landscape.
Addressing the crowd at the ADC office, Binani said her decision to leave APC was driven by the need to align with a platform that respects internal democracy, prioritizes good governance, and gives voice to women and youth.
“I’m joining ADC with a clear conscience and a renewed vision to serve the people of Adamawa and Nigeria at large. I believe this is a party that truly reflects the ideals of equity, justice, and progress,” she said.
The senator, who has built a strong grassroots base across the state, was the first woman to win a governorship ticket under a major political party in Adamawa. Her move is expected to bolster the ADC’s chances in future elections, particularly as she brings with her a formidable political structure.
Supporters who spoke at the event described Binani’s move as a fresh start, not just for her, but for a broader political movement that prioritizes transparency and inclusion.
With this defection, analysts predict a major shake-up in Adamawa’s political dynamics, as ADC positions itself to challenge the dominance of both APC and PDP in the state.
Binani’s next political moves will be closely watched as she charts a new course under the ADC banner, potentially eyeing another gubernatorial bid or a national leadership role.
