Tinok Andrew Nok’s defection from NNPP draws over 8,000 members to LP

Thousands of supporters rallied behind Tinok Andrew Nok, a former senatorial aspirant, as she made a significant political move from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the Labour Party in Kaduna State.

Tinok, the younger sister of former Kaduna State Commissioner of Education, Prof. Andrew Nok, highlighted the Labour Party’s commitment to honesty and service to the people as the driving force behind her decision.

Citing the influence of Senator Nnadi Usman, the National Caretaker Committee Chairman, Tinok promised to utilize her experience to strengthen the Labour Party’s presence in the state.

Jonathan Asake, Labour Party’s 2023 governorship candidate, welcomed her into the party and expressed confidence in her ability to reshape its trajectory in Kaduna.

The event, marked by a large crowd and the presentation of Labour Party flags ahead of the October 19 local government elections, signals a potential power shift in Kaduna’s political scene. .

Analysts predict Tinok’s defection could bolster the Labour Party’s influence as it gains momentum in the state.