Kabiru Marafa defects to ADC, urges supporters to join
Kabiru Marafa, a former senator from Zamfara Central, has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). He cited dissatisfaction with the All Progressives Congress (APC), particularly over alleged political manipulation and neglect of Zamfara State. In a statement released by his media team, Marafa emphasized that his supporters and political structure are moving with him to the ADC. He called on Zamfara residents to register with the ADC, describing it as a credible platform for political change.
Key takeaways
- Kabiru Marafa left the APC, accusing the party of political manipulation and neglect of his home state.
- His defection comes amid internal disputes within the ADC, following the derecognition of some factional leaderships by the Independent National Electoral Commission after a March 12 appeal court judgment.
- Marafa's resignation from the APC occurred in August 2025, and he accused President Bola Tinubu of neglecting Zamfara despite its support during the presidential election.
- He consulted extensively with allies before joining the ADC and plans to formalize his exit from the APC by removing his name from its membership register.
- Marafa urged Zamfara residents to register with the ADC and warned of attempts to create instability within opposition parties.
