Adamawa APC chieftain Girei denies one-party agenda, says defections reflect free choice

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APC founding member Dr. Salihu Girei in Adamawa denied allegations that President Bola Tinubu is orchestrating defections to create a one‑party system. He said recent defections, including Governor Ahmadu Fintiri’s move to the APC, are driven by free political choice and reflect the perceived popularity of the Tinubu administration’s policies. Girei described Tinubu as a democrat committed to multi‑party politics and highlighted improvements in economic stability, food affordability and security as factors attracting politicians. The statement positions the APC as open to newcomers ahead of upcoming elections in Adamawa.

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