A civic group, the Transformative Governance Forum (TGF), has congratulated the leadership of the All Progressives Congress and Bola Ahmed Tinubu following what it described as a significant political development marked by the reported defection of Dauda Lawal to the ruling party.
In a statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday, the group said the development increases the number of APC governors to 33 and reflects what it called a “growing national political consensus” around the administration of President Tinubu.
The statement, signed by Ademola Rabiu on behalf of the TGF Executive Council, said the development was more than a numerical gain for the party, describing it as an indicator of the direction of Nigeria’s political landscape.
According to the group, the alignment of governors and lawmakers across the country under the APC banner signals confidence in the policies and leadership of the current administration.
The forum said the political realignment sends a message both locally and internationally that Nigeria’s political class is gradually converging around a shared governance agenda.
TGF also dismissed critics of the development, describing them as a small group of pessimists who focus on national challenges while ignoring efforts to build political consensus.
It argued that the increasing number of elected officials joining the ruling party demonstrates that many political actors believe the APC offers a clearer path for governance and national progress.
The group urged new members of the party to contribute meaningfully to efforts aimed at improving the welfare of Nigerians, while expressing optimism that broader political cooperation would strengthen governance across the federation.
TGF concluded by reiterating its support for the Tinubu administration and its vision for national development.
