"APC Gains Momentum: Prof. Dakum, Biggs Join Ruling Party, Tout Development Agenda"

By, Justin Jattim

APC Wave Sweeps Plateau: Defectors Pour in as Party Sees 'Defining Milestone'

A seismic shift rocks Plateau State politics as prominent figures flock to APC, citing development as key driver.

Jos, Plateau State - A high-profile reception for defectors held at the Polo Stadium in Jos on Saturday, November 15, 2025, has cementified the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the party to beat in Plateau State. The event drew thousands of supporters and notable politicians, including Prof. Patrick Dakum, former Labour Party chieftain and third-place contender in the 2023 governorship election, who recently returned to the APC.

Dakum cited the party's potential to drive meaningful development as the reason for his realignment, praising Governor Nentawe Yilwatda as a visionary leader with a practical roadmap for the state. "The APC offers the most suitable platform to drive long-term, people-centred development," he stated.

Hon. Sunday Biggs, an influential APC figure, described the ongoing defections as "the beginning of a new era in Plateau politics," noting that the party's internal cohesion is attracting old and new members alike. The event is expected to bring in several heavyweights, including a serving senator and past members of the National Assembly.

Youth leader Engr. Shegun commended the vibrant participation of young people, saying their turnout signals renewed hope in the APC's vision for a unified and progressive Plateau. Analysts observe that the influx of key actors into the APC could significantly reshape Plateau's power dynamics, potentially consolidating the ruling party's hold on the state in the coming election cycles.

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