Kaduna Senator Katung dumps PDP for APC, cites ‘developmental gains’ in his district

By Moses Kolo

The membership of Peoples Democratic Party, PDP was further depleted in Kaduna on Friday with the defection of Senator Sunday Katung to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The Senator representing Kaduna South announced his defection in a statement titled: ‘A New Chapter: A Message of Unity and Purpose’.

In the statement, Katung said his decision to abandon the PDP for APC followed appeals from constituents and engagements with President Bola Tinubu and Gov. Uba Sani.

He added that President Tinubu and Governor Uba Sani had demonstrated their interest in promoting development in the area.

He also cited what he described as developmental footprints of APC the Kaduna South senatorial district for his decision.

Katung said the development footprints reflect commitment of the APC government to inclusion, equity and progress.

He said: “This realignment is driven by a genuine desire to serve our people more effectively and ensure that our voices are heard and respected at the highest decision-making tables where the destinies of our communities are being shaped.”

He said he and his colleague, Rep. Daniel Amos, alongside some members of the Kaduna State House of Assembly, took the decision in the interest of their people.

“The APC’s developmental footprints across our senatorial district reflect a commitment to inclusion, equity and progress,” Katung added.

The Senator said his defection was to consolidate on the developmental gains already recorded in the area and to attract more government attention to his constituency.

He said the decision followed wide consultations with constituents, political stakeholders, family members and associates.

According to him, the move is aimed at ensuring more effective representation and participation in decision-making processes affecting his constituency.

He appealed to friends, supporters and political associates who might not share his views to respect the decision, noting that political differences should not affect personal relationships.

“While politics sometimes divides friends or strains relationships, I appeal to all who may feel disappointed to not allow this disagreement destroy personal relationships built on years of trust and shared experiences,” he said.

Katung reaffirmed his commitment to unity and service, adding that he would continue to engage with all stakeholders to promote peace and development in Kaduna South Senatorial District. (NAN)