Yusuf Shitu Galambi, the lawmaker representing Gwaram Federal Constituency in Jigawa State, has officially defected from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, announced Galambi’s defection during Thursday’s plenary session.
While reading Galambi’s letter, Abbas stated that the lawmaker attributed his decision to the ongoing leadership crisis and multiple litigations within the NNPP.
The letter reads: “I write to formally notify you, honourable members, of my decision to switch my political party membership from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
“This decision follows the directives of my constituency, who are dissatisfied with the leadership crisis, litigations, and factional disputes within the NNPP.
“I appreciate the NNPP for providing the platform to be in this great chamber before the unfortunate division that has now factionalized the party.
“This decision is in accordance with Section 68 (1) of the 1999 constitution (as amended) for your guidance and records.
“Be rest assured of my commitments to the 10th Assembly, the APC-led government at all levels, and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.”
According to reports, Galambi’s defection was met with enthusiasm and applause from House members aligned with the ruling APC.
