Over 250 PDP Members Defect to Coalition Movement in Katsina, Citing Betrayal and Lack of Direction
From Mu’awuya Bala Idris Katsina
In a significant political shift, no fewer than 250 members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Katsina State have defected to the Coalition Movement, a growing political force in the state. The decampees include former aspirants who contested for House of Representatives, Chairmanship, and Councillor positions in the 2023 and 2025 elections.
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The leader of the defectors, Jamilu Yahaya Kankara, cited betrayal, deception, and internal crisis within the PDP as the primary reasons for their departure. He expressed frustration over being marginalized to protect the interests of a select few within the party.
“We were directed to contest elections and purchased nomination forms, only to discover that our names were not submitted to the electoral body. We were deceived and betrayed by a faction of the party. That is why we decided to join a serious political movement—the Coalition Movement,” Kankara stated.
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Mustapha Muhammad Inuwa, leader of the Coalition Movement, warmly received the new members and commended their bold decision. He emphasized that the movement was formed by concerned politicians to rescue Nigeria from what he described as the poor leadership of the APC-led administration.
“We welcome you to this movement and assure you of fairness and equal opportunities. Together, we will work towards bringing positive change to our nation,” Inuwa declared.
In his remarks, former Senator Ahmed Babba Kaita revealed that the Coalition Movement is set to transform into a full-fledged political party in the near future. He urged members to remain patient, committed, and prayerful for the actualization of the movement’s objectives.
This mass defection marks a pivotal moment in Katsina State’s political landscape, signaling growing discontent with established parties and a shift toward alternative platforms promising reform and inclusivity.
