Ex-Kwara PDP Guber Aspirant, Ajia, Joins APC

A former gubernatorial aspirant and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stalwart in Kwara State, Alh Mohammed Ajia,  has defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Ajia, who is also a security expert, cited conscience, patriotism and national duty as the driving forces behind his decision to join the ruling APC.

He said his decision followed months of deep reflection, wide consultations and a careful examination of Nigeria’s current political and security realities.

He explained that his upbringing from a humble background, where his parents laboured tirelessly to cater for their family, shaped his lifelong commitment to public service and improving the lives of ordinary citizens.

“I took a firm decision from an early age to do whatever is within my powers to make life more meaningful for as many people as I can. That has remained my guiding principle in life, and it has shaped my involvement in business and politics,” he stated

Ajia noted that after evaluating various political platforms, he concluded that the APC currently offers the most realistic avenue for him to contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s security and survival, particularly at a time the country is grappling with insurgency, banditry and other forms of criminality.

He commended President Bola  Tinubu for appointing General Christopher Musa as Chief of Defence Staff and later as Minister of Defence, describing the appointment as a reassuring signal of the administration’s seriousness in tackling the nation’s security challenges.

He described Gen. Musa as a disciplined and professional officer who does not approach issues of insurgency and criminality with sentiment or bias, adding that the appointment strengthened his confidence in the present government’s commitment to addressing insecurity.

Drawing from his background and experience, Ajia said his understanding of Nigeria’s security challenges is based on practical engagement rather than theory, noting that years of neglect, manipulation and socio-economic hardship have pushed many young people into violence.

He stressed the need for a holistic approach that combines professionalism at the leadership level with meaningful grassroots engagement, particularly with the youth, as a pathway to ending insecurity in the country.