A prominent female political figure in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State, Hajiya Mariam Usman Shehu Yaro (Zarar Maru), has formally defected from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
In a statement she personally signed, Hajiya Mariam said the defection was witnessed by top APC stakeholders in Zamfara State, including the former APC governorship candidate in the 2019 general election, His Excellency Mukhtar Shehu Idris, and the member of the House of Representatives representing Maru/Bungudu Federal Constituency, Hon. Abdulmalik Zubairu (Zannan Bungudu).
Leaders of the APC from across the major political blocs in the state were also present, including representatives from the camp of former Governor Senator Abdulaziz Yari Abubakar, as well as allies of the Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle. Notable stakeholders such as Lawal M. Liman (Gabdon Kauran Namoda) and Alhaji Tukur Danfulani (Gusau) also attended.
Hajiya Mariam Yaro previously served as Managing Director of the Zamfara State Investment and Property Development Company, where she played a key role in promoting trade, investment, and economic development initiatives within the state.
Political realignments have continued to intensify across Zamfara State, with defections occurring across party lines.
Speaking on her decision, Hajiya Mariam Yaro stated that her move to the APC was driven by a renewed commitment to service, unity, and development for the people of Zamfara State, emphasizing that politics must remain a vehicle for improving lives, strengthening communities, and creating opportunities for sustainable growth.
