By Muhammad Ibrahim, Sokoto
A significant number of prominent supporters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Sokoto State, led by Alhaji Chika Sarkin Gishiri, Chairman of the Sokoto State Traders Associations, have defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The defection took place at the residence of Sen. Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko, the APC leader in Sokoto State.
The group cited their desire to move the state forward as the reason for their decision to join the APC.
The defection is seen as a significant setback for the PDP in Sokoto State, with influential members of the business community joining the ruling APC.
The defectors assured the APC leadership of their commitment to working towards the development of Sokoto State.