Dr. Abubakar Kabir Basambo, the immediate past Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kwara State, has officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). His announcement came during a press conference held on Sunday in Ilorin, where he expressed his newfound confidence in the leadership of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and the party’s governorship candidate, Yakubu Danladi-Salihu.

Basambo's political journey has been noteworthy; he was previously the Labour Party's governorship candidate in the 2023 general election. His decision to join the APC follows extensive discussions with Danladi-Salihu, indicating a strategic shift in his political alignment. This move is seen as a significant gain for the APC in Kwara State, enhancing its political landscape ahead of future elections.S2

The defection reflects a broader trend of political realignment in Nigeria, where party loyalty can shift rapidly in response to leadership and electoral prospects. Basambo's transition to the APC adds to the party's growing influence in the region, particularly as it prepares for the upcoming electoral challenges.S1