PDP Gains Momentum in Gombe as Labour Party Chairman, Ex-Commissioner Defect with Supporters
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Gombe State has received a significant political boost following the defection of the Chairman of the Labour Party (LP) in the state, Hon. Usman Sule Dauda, popularly known as Kalala, and former Commissioner for Lands and Survey, Hon. Shehu Abubakar Durbi, to the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The duo formally rejoined the PDP alongside their supporters during a reception organised by the party, describing their return as a strategic decision driven by confidence in the PDP’s governorship candidate, Professor Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami.
Hon. Durbi is a seasoned political figure who served twice as Commissioner for Lands and Survey in Gombe State and previously represented Gombe North Constituency in the Gombe State House of Assembly.
Hon. Kalala is also an experienced grassroots politician who represented Kaltungo West Constituency for two terms in the Gombe State House of Assembly. He had earlier served as PDP Chairman in Kaltungo Local Government Area before leaving the party to become the Gombe State Chairman of the Labour Party, a position he resigned before returning to the PDP.
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Speaking during the reception, the two political leaders said their decision to return to the PDP was influenced by what they described as Professor Pantami’s outstanding credentials, proven competence and extensive leadership experience.
They expressed confidence in the PDP governorship candidate’s ability to provide purposeful leadership, promote inclusive governance and drive sustainable development across Gombe State.
The defectors also declared their loyalty to former Gombe State Governor, Senator Ibrahim Hassan Dankwambo, popularly known as Talban Gombe, pledging to mobilise support for the victory of Professor Pantami and all PDP candidates in the 2027 general elections.
According to them, the PDP remains the most viable platform for advancing the interests of the people of Gombe State and ensuring equitable development across the state.
The PDP leadership welcomed the return of Hon. Durbi, Hon. Kalala and their supporters, describing the development as a reflection of the party’s growing grassroots appeal, renewed unity and expanding political strength ahead of the 2027 elections.
The party assured the new entrants of fairness, inclusiveness and equal opportunities, while expressing confidence that their experience and political structures would further strengthen the PDP’s campaign across the state.
The statement announcing the defections was signed by Professor Suleiman Mohammed on behalf of the PDP campaign.
By PRNigeria
