According to vanguard news, Rumours are rife in Benue State over the alleged plans by former governor, Senator Gabriel Suswam, to defect from the African Democratic Congress ADC to the All Progressives Congress APC. The development has sparked intense political debates across the state, with supporters and political observers weighing in on what such a move could mean for Benue’s volatile political landscape.
Senator Suswam, who currently represents Benue North East Senatorial District, has been one of the leading figures of the ADC in the state. His involvement in the formation and strengthening of the party, following his exit from the Peoples Democratic Party PDP, positioned him as one of the key architects of the ADC’s emergence as an alternative platform in Benue politics.
However, in recent weeks, speculation has mounted that the former governor may be considering a switch to the ruling APC. Sources close to the senator reportedly claim that several political negotiations have been ongoing behind the scenes, aimed at securing his defection ahead of the 2027 general elections. The move, if confirmed, would significantly alter the balance of political forces in Benue, especially as both the PDP and APC continue to jostle for dominance.
Despite the swirling rumours, Senator Suswam has publicly denied any plans to abandon the ADC. In a recent statement, he reaffirmed his loyalty to the party, insisting that he remains committed to building a strong third force platform capable of challenging the two dominant political parties in the country. He described the speculation as the handiwork of political detractors seeking to sow discord within the ADC.
Political analysts in Benue, however, believe that the denials may not entirely quell the suspicions. Some argue that given the senator’s political influence and the current realignment of forces within the state, his eventual move to the APC would not be surprising. They point to the growing trend of political crossovers in Nigerian politics, often driven by strategic considerations rather than ideological convictions.
For now, the ADC leadership in Benue has called for calm among its members, urging them to disregard the rumours and focus on strengthening the party’s grassroots structures. Meanwhile, both APC and PDP supporters are reportedly watching developments closely, as any shift by Senator Suswam could redefine political alliances ahead of the next election cycle.
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