In a striking turn of events at the Kufana Monday Market polling unit in Kajuru LGA, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) opened up a substantial lead with 45 votes, while the All Progressives Congress (APC) lagged with 13, and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) trailed with just 2 votes .
Against this backdrop, APC chieftain Ayekooto Akindele seized the momentum to deliver a biting political barb aimed at former Governor Nasir El-Rufai, who has been vigorously campaigning under the ADC banner. On his X platform, Ayekooto accused El-Rufai of attempting to “grab power in Kaduna State” via a “tribalistic anti-Tinubu coalition.” But, Ayekooto triumphantly declared, “Kaduna people said loudly today that UBA SANI IS THEIR LEADER,” emphasizing the electorate’s allegiance to sitting Governor Uba Sani over El-Rufai’s ADC-backed bid .
Why This Moment Resonates
Symbolic Shockwaves: El-Rufai’s high-profile shift away from APC to back ADC has not translated into voter enthusiasm—demonstrated by the ADC’s anemic vote count at the polling unit.
Resurgence for PDP: The staggering 45–13–2 scores underscore PDP’s resilient grassroots presence, even amid broader political realignments.
APC’s Tactical Victory: Ayekooto’s message isn’t just rhetorical flourish—it signals confidence in APC’s hold on public sentiment, projecting Governor Uba Sani as the reigning political force in Kaduna.
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