Kawu Sumaila, the Senator representing Kano South, has confirmed his defection from the New Nigerian People Party, NNPP, to the All Progressives Congress, APC.

There had been rumours of the lawmaker’s impeding defection, following his denouncement of Kwankwasiyya Movement and romance with chieftains of the ruling party.

On April 16, Mr Sumaila visited the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Abdullahi Ganduje, alongside two federal lawmakers from Kano State, further fuelling speculation of their return to the APC.

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However, in a post on his Facebook page, on Wednesday, Mr Sumaila confirmed his defection, saying “Politics is local”.

He said he made the decision to advance the interests of his constituents.

“Yes, it is true — the rumours regarding my defection are accurate. All politics is local, and my primary concern has always been, and remains, the welfare of my immediate constituency.

“I am resolutely determined to advance the lives of my people, ensuring their needs are met and their future is secured.”