Outgoing Bwari Area Council chairman, John Gabaya, defects from PDP to APC, pledging support for President Tinubu and enhanced council development
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has strengthened its hold on the Federal Capital Territory with the defection of outgoing John Gabaya from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Tuesday.
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Gabaya, whose tenure as Bwari Area Council chairman ends in June, pledged to deliver “overwhelming support” for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections.
He is also seeking election to the House of Representatives for the AMAC/Bwari constituency in the 2027 polls.
In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Ernest Agada, Gabaya explained that his defection aims to enhance council development through stronger Federal partnerships and align strategically ahead of the 2027 elections.
“I have wholeheartedly embraced the APC as a platform for advancing peace, unity, and development in Bwari Area Council, Abuja,” Gabaya said.
“It is for better collaborations with the Federal Government to ensure long-term council development.”
Gabaya also expressed gratitude to his former PDP colleagues, stressing that his move does not signify enmity but reflects a broader vision for the collective interests of the council.
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The APC recently won five of the FCT area council elections, further consolidating its influence ahead of the national polls.
