BREAKING: Aisha Yesufu Abandons ADC to Join NDC, Throws Hat into Ring for FCT Senate Position

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Prominent activist, Aisha Yesufu, has resigned from the African Democratic Congress and joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress.

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She has also declared her intention to contest for the Federal Capital Territory senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections.

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Yesufu disclosed this in a statement posted on her X handle on Wednesday, saying her decision followed what she described as a deeper understanding of “the future of the nation” and her continued alignment with the political direction of former presidential candidate, Peter Obi.

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“The next couple of days will define the future of this nation. This deeper understanding is why I resigned from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to join the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as I follow the leadership of HE Peter Obi, who today embodies the hope and aspiration of a Nigeria that works,” she wrote.

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She said her initial decision to support Obi led her to join the ADC, adding that her move to the NDC was part of a continued commitment to that support.

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“When I give my word, I keep it. My decision to support HE Peter Obi first led me to the ADC. To continue to honour the promise I am joining the NDC,” she added.

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Yesufu further stated that she would not only be joining the NDC but also contesting for the FCT senatorial seat under the party.

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“This time I am joining the NDC not just as a member but as one running for the FCT Senatorial seat,” she wrote.

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She also said she had concluded her obligations with the ADC and ensured what she described as a “clean transition,” while expressing appreciation to members of the party.

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“I was fortunate to work with great and amazing people whose goal was a better country. I am grateful for the opportunity to have served as sub-committee chair, deputy committee chair, and secretary at various levels,” she said.

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She added that the experience was “invaluable” and thanked colleagues for their support and cooperation.

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The defection comes amid ongoing realignment in Nigeria’s opposition politics, with Peter Obi and former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso joining the NDC on Sunday, triggering a wave of movements from the ADC.

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