Bature, has dumped the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and teamed
with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Bature, a former member of the House of Representatives from Sokoto State
and long time associate of Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, was presented
with a membership card of his new party at the Sokoto North LGA party
office in Sokoto Monday.
Speaking at the event, Bature said he feels at home considering the fact
that he was part and parcel of negotiations that led to the setting up of
APC, “but due to some differences ahead of the 2015 elections,” he tarried
a while and remained with the PDP.
“I thank Governor Tambuwal and other leaders of APC in Sokoto, notably
Umarun Kwabo and Senator Aliyu Wamakko for making me realize that my
services are needed here. This is a wonderful opportunity for me to give my
best among my friends for the development of our state.
“I urge all my supporters to know of this decision (of joining APC) and
follow suit by picking up their membership cards. Together we will make
Sokoto greater,” the former chairman of the House Committee on Interior
added.
In his remarks, the APC chairman for Sokoto North LGA, Alhaji Muhammad
Dangoggo, commended Bature for the bold decision he took in joining APC,
saying the party is now laying solid foundation for the unity, stability
and progress of Sokoto State and Nigeria.
“Our change mantra is gaining foothold across the country and we are making
necessary impact. We are instilling moral and ethical values, and very
soon, the result of our efforts will be very glaring for all to see,”
Dangoggo added.