Thousands of supporters joined Hon Tinok Andrew Nok, a senatorial aspirant, as she defected from the New Nigeria Peoples Party to the Labour Party in Kaduna State.
The defection ceremony, which took place amidst excitement and fanfare, marked a significant shift in the state’s political landscape.
Hon Tinok, younger sister to former Kaduna State Commissioner of Education Prof Andrew Nok, expressed her conviction that the Labour Party shares her ideology of honesty and service to the people.
She noted that her decision to join the Labour Party was influenced by Senator Nnadi Usman, National Chairman of the party’s Caretaker Committee.
Hon Tinok promised to leverage her wealth of experience to strengthen the party and contribute to its growth in Kaduna State.
Receiving Hon Tinok into the party, Labour Party’s 2023 governorship candidate, Hon Jonathan Asake, represented Senator Nnadi Usman.
Asake welcomed Hon Tinok, emphasizing that the party’s ongoing transformation would harness her expertise.
He urged her to bring her experience to bear in repositioning the Labour Party in Kaduna State.
The event also featured the presentation of Labour Party flags ahead of the October 19 local government elections.
Hon Tinok’s defection is seen as a significant boost to the Labour Party in Kaduna State, ahead of the forthcoming elections.
The massive crowd that graced the occasion reflected the enthusiasm and optimism surrounding Hon Tinok’s move.
With this development, political analysts predict a shift in the balance of power in Kaduna State.
The Labour Party’s growing momentum is expected to impact the state’s political landscape.
As the October 19 local government elections approach, all eyes are on the Labour Party’s performance. Only time will tell how Hon Tinok’s defection will shape the state’s political future.
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