***“It’s not about power for power’s sake—Nigeria must be saved,” says ex-Governor
In a powerful display of opposition unity, former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido declared his unwavering commitment to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) while endorsing broader cooperation with other opposition forces under the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
The fiery speech, delivered at a PDP empowerment rally on Sunday in Dutse, doubled as both a strategic overture and a stinging rebuke of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Lamido—one of the PDP’s most respected elders—used the event organized by Senator Mustapha Khabeeb (PDP, Jigawa South-West) to call for an alliance of conscience, not convenience, insisting that the goal is “to rescue and rebuild Nigeria,” not merely to reclaim power.
“Yes, I support the coming together of opposition forces under the ADC led by David Mark. But let it be clear—I will never leave the PDP,” Lamido said to loud cheers.
“This house, I built with my sweat, my conviction, and my soul. My role now is to offer guidance and ensure Nigeria finds her way back.”
In a dramatic gesture of goodwill and collaboration, Lamido publicly unveiled Kabiru Hussaini, the ADC Chairman in Jigawa State, before the PDP faithful—signaling what many see as the beginning of a strategic alliance ahead of the 2027 elections.
“This is not about rivalry. It is about rescue,” Lamido said, raising Hussaini’s hand before the crowd. “The country is broken. Only unity, vision, and truth can rebuild it.”
Lamido didn’t hold back in his criticism of the APC, accusing its leaders of self-serving governance while PDP lawmakers, particularly those from Jigawa, remain rooted in service to the people.
“Our three PDP lawmakers in Jigawa are working for the people. The APC? They’re working for themselves. Let the people decide who truly serves them.”
Senator Mustapha Khabeeb echoed Lamido’s message, drawing a sharp contrast between the era of PDP-led governance and the present state under APC control.
“Between 1999 and 2015, especially under Governor Lamido, Jigawa witnessed real development—roads, schools, hospitals. What do we have today? APC has delivered nothing but hunger and despair.”
Khabeeb used the occasion to showcase his own legacy of service. He revealed that in the past year alone, more than 3,000 constituents were empowered with critical tools and equipment including 600 irrigation machines, 100 solar-powered units, 100 paddy rice threshers, sewing and grinding machines, 750 sprayers, and over 3,000 litres of herbicide.
“We’re not waiting for empty promises—we’re working,” Khabeeb said. “Just like in 2023 and last year, we’re lifting people out of poverty one tool, one machine at a time.”
The event ended in thunderous chants of “PDP! Power to the people!” as party loyalists rallied behind the growing momentum for an opposition rebirth—one rooted in unity, service, and a shared mission to rescue Nigeria from what they described as APC’s failed leadership.
With the 2027 elections looming on the horizon, the message from Dutse is clear: the opposition is rearming—not just with words, but with action and alliance.