Plateau gov aspirant dumps APC, joins ADC

A frontline governorship aspirant and former Commissioner in Plateau State, Jude Dakur, has defected from the All Progressives Congress and declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election on the platform of the African Democratic Congress.

Dakur reaffirmed his ambition on Sunday during a stakeholders’ meeting in Kerang District, his hometown, where he consulted elders, youth leaders, women groups and political associates on his defection and political plans.

He said his decision to leave the APC was “informed by the need to pursue a people-oriented vision anchored on inclusiveness, sincerity, and effective governance.”

“My ambition is rooted in the desire to bring purposeful leadership and sustainable development to Plateau State. We must work together to restore confidence in governance and ensure that every part of the state feels the impact of good leadership,” Dakur said.

The aspirant, popularly known as the “Captain of the Plateau Faith Project,” called for unity among the people, saying peace, harmony, and collective responsibility were critical to the progress of the state.

He urged citizens to rise above ethnic and political divisions and embrace a shared vision that guarantees security, prosperity, and equal opportunities for all.

Stakeholders who spoke at the occasion recalled Dakur’s tenure as commissioner, describing it as impactful and result-oriented.

They said his time in office was marked by transparency, accessibility, and a hands-on approach to governance, qualities they said endeared him to the grassroots and strengthened confidence in his leadership capacity.

The chairman of the stakeholders offered prayers for the success of Dakur’s political movement, asking for divine guidance and victory in his quest.

Dakur also visited Mangu, where he paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Da. Y.M. Dapan.

The 2027 governorship election in Plateau State is expected to be keenly contested, given the state’s volatile political history, its religious and ethnic diversity, and the growing number of aspirants already positioning across party lines ahead of the poll.