Key Takeaways
- Babachir Lawal, former SGF, has officially joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
- He declared unwavering support for the NDC's presidential ticket featuring Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso for the 2027 general elections.
- Lawal urged Nigerians concerned about insecurity, hunger, and economic hardship to rally behind the NDC.
- His defection comes three months after leaving the African Democratic Congress (ADC) over allegations of rigged presidential primaries.
- NDC National Leader, Senator Seriake Dickson, welcomed Lawal, assigning him a key role in leading North-Eastern campaigns.
In a significant political development, Babachir Lawal, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), has officially announced his defection to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). Declaring his move on Tuesday in Abuja, Lawal pledged his full support for the NDC's formidable presidential ticket of Peter Obi.