Kebbi Governor Idris denies defection rumours, reaffirms loyalty to APC

• Governor Nasir Idris firmly denied defection rumours, calling them "ridiculously malicious" and reaffirmed his loyalty to the APC
• He stressed that his focus remained on delivering governance in Kebbi and supporting President Tinubu’s development goals
• Idris dismissed speculation about leaving APC as baseless and reiterated his commitment to the party and its values

Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has categorically denied rumours suggesting he is planning to defect from the All Progressives Congress (APC), reaffirming his unwavering loyalty to the ruling party.

In a statement released on Sunday by his Chief Press Secretary, Ahmed Idris, the governor described the speculation as “ridiculously malicious” and attributed it to “uninteresting political comedians” intent on causing political instability.

Reacting to reports linking him with a proposed coalition allegedly spearheaded by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Governor Idris stated: “I am made in APC, by APC, and for APC.”

“For the avoidance of doubt, I am not a political prostitute. I will be the last person to leave my formidable and reliable party for any coalition, no matter who the architects are,” he added.

Idris, widely known as Kauran Gwandu, stressed that his priorities remain focused on delivering effective governance in Kebbi State and supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s national development agenda.

“If they tell you again that Kaura is likely to leave his APC, tell them I will be the last man standing,” he declared.

The governor went on to dismiss the defection claims as baseless and likened them to “the dance of mad fellows in the marketplace.” He reassured the public that Kebbi State remains firmly aligned with the APC and committed to its ideals.

“I remain steadfast with the people of Kebbi State, and together, we will consolidate on the successes of the APC to deliver the dividends of democracy,” he concluded.

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