Two top ADC aspirants leave party in Katsina shake-up
Two prominent governorship aspirants have resigned from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Katsina State, causing fresh turmoil within the party. Dr Mustapha Muhammad Inuwa and Lawal Musa Daura announced their departures separately on Sunday, August 9, 2026. Inuwa defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) with thousands of supporters, while Daura joined the Allied Peoples Movement (APM). Their exits are seen as significant moves that could reshape the political landscape in Katsina State.
Key takeaways
- Dr Mustapha Muhammad Inuwa and Lawal Musa Daura both contested the ADC’s 2026 governorship ticket before resigning from the party.
- On Sunday, August 9, 2026, Inuwa announced his return to the APC, while Daura declared his move to the APM.
- Inuwa’s defection was accompanied by thousands of supporters and is viewed as a boost for the APC ahead of the 2027 elections.
- Daura had challenged the ADC’s candidate selection process and is expected to become the running mate to Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde of the APM.
- Political observers believe these moves could significantly impact party dynamics and election strategies in Katsina State.
