Former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, has denied claims that he was invited by President Bola Tinubu or any chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to defect to the ruling party, describing the reports as speculation.
Lamido, a prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), spoke during an interview at his residence while receiving visitors for the Eid al-Fitr celebration.
Responding to reports that he rejected an invitation to join the APC, the former governor said he was unaware of any such move.
“When was I invited? Let me know, please. Did he send you to me? I’m hearing this from you for the first time,” he said.
Lamido also dismissed claims linking him with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), attributing the reports to misinformation spread on social media.
“In this era of social media and content creation, anything is possible. People sit in their rooms and create stories. I have not seen such pictures,” he said.
Despite the denial, Lamido said he would be willing to meet with President Tinubu if the opportunity arises, stressing that such a meeting would be in national interest rather than for partisan reasons.
The PDP chieftain also urged Nigerians to reflect on their electoral decisions, noting that leadership outcomes are a direct reflection of the choices made by voters.
“When we were campaigning, we urged Nigerians to vote right, with integrity and conscience. People voted, and whatever you put in is what you get out,” he added.
Lamido also congratulated Muslim faithful on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr and called for sustained prayers for peace, unity, and stability in Nigeria.
Lamido denies Tinubu’s invitation to join APC
