Inye, 7th October, 2023 – In an unprecedented political development, more than 500 fervent supporters of the SDP, APC, PDP, NNPP, and YPP have officially defected to the Accord Party, pledging their unwavering loyalty to the party’s gubernatorial candidate, Admiral Usman Jibrin. The historic event took place in Inye, where jubilant crowds and colorful banners greeted the enthusiastic newcomers to the party.
The grand occasion was marked by a festive atmosphere, as the defectors symbolically severed their ties with their former political affiliations and committed themselves to a fresh start with the Accord Party. The event was graced by the presence of Admiral Usman Jibrin, the charismatic governorship candidate, who personally welcomed the new members to their new political home.
This mass defection highlights the growing support and momentum that the Accord Party has been gaining in recent times. The party’s commitment to inclusive governance and its robust policies seem to have struck a chord with a diverse range of political ideologies, as evidenced by the eclectic mix of defectors from various established parties.
Admiral Usman Jibrin, who has quickly emerged as a dynamic and promising gubernatorial candidate, expressed his gratitude to the defectors, emphasizing his party’s commitment to addressing the pressing issues facing the state. He outlined the Accord Party’s core principles of transparency, accountability, and responsive governance, assuring the new members that their voices would be heard and their concerns addressed within the party.
The massive influx of supporters from the SDP, APC, PDP, NNPP, and YPP into the Accord Party is a clear indication of the shifting political landscape in the state. It signifies a growing desire among the electorate for a more visionary and dynamic leadership that is focused on addressing the challenges facing the state, including issues such as infrastructure development, healthcare, education, and job creation.
With the addition of these 500 supporters, the Accord Party continues to gain momentum and shall pose a significant challenge to the existing political order in the forthcoming elections. The political landscape in the state is evolving, and it remains to be seen how these defections will impact the race for the governorship.
As the political season heats up, the people of the state are eagerly anticipating an exciting and closely contested gubernatorial election, with Admiral Usman Jibrin and the Accord Party emerging as formidable contenders, thanks to this significant show of support from diverse segments of the population.