Zamfara PDP Dismisses Lawmaker’s Defection, Says Party Remains Strong and United
The Zamfara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed concerns over recent defections to the All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring that the party remains firmly grounded and unshaken.
The party’s reaction followed the defection of Maharazu Faru, who represents Maradun II Constituency in the State House of Assembly. Faru announced his move to the APC alongside some PDP ward executives, accusing Governor Dauda Lawal of failing to fulfil his campaign promises, particularly in tackling insecurity.
“Dauda failed to address challenges ranging from insecurity, which is the main reason people voted for him,” the lawmaker had said.
In a statement issued on Wednesday in Gusau, PDP Publicity Secretary Halliru Andi said the party respected Faru’s decision but viewed his defection as a personal choice driven by self-interest rather than public service.
“The PDP under the leadership of Dr. Jamil Jibo Magayaki has noted the defection of Hon. Maharazu Faru to the APC. While we respect his personal choice, we are not surprised,” Andi said.
“History has shown that those who put personal interest above the collective will of the people often find themselves on the wrong side of history.”
He maintained that Governor Lawal’s administration had been steadily rebuilding public confidence and implementing reforms aimed at securing lives and reviving the state’s institutions.
“The ongoing reforms and development initiatives are clear proof that the PDP is the party of progress and compassion,” he added.
“We are confident that Hon. Faru will soon regret his decision, as the people of Zamfara have already made up their minds to stand firmly with the PDP.”
Andi urged party members and supporters to remain resolute, insisting that no defection could derail the PDP’s progress.
“The PDP remains strong, united, and deeply rooted in the hearts of Zamfara people,” he stated.
Despite Faru’s defection, the PDP still holds a majority in the Zamfara State House of Assembly, with 14 members compared to the APC’s 10.
