Daura Admits He Made Wrong Choice By Joining ADC

Former Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Lawal Daura, has explained his decision to leave the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and join the All Progressives Movement (APM), citing what he described as a lack of effective leadership within the party.

Daura disclosed this during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme on Monday, where he said his assessment of the ADC eventually convinced him that the party was not the right political platform for him.

According to Bush Radio Academy, the former DSS chief said his decision was influenced by concerns over the absence of strong leadership, which he argued could undermine discipline and make it difficult for an organisation to achieve its objectives.

Daura explained that his experience and training had taught him that effective leadership was essential for maintaining discipline and ensuring that organisational goals were successfully pursued.

He also addressed his decision to seek the governorship of Katsina State, revealing that the ambition was largely driven by appeals from elders and other stakeholders in the state rather than a personal political aspiration.

According to him, the worsening security situation in Katsina prompted influential figures and community leaders to encourage him to enter the race, particularly because of his extensive experience in national security.

Daura said the elders questioned why he would remain on the sidelines while insecurity continued to worsen in the state, despite having played a significant role in tackling security challenges at the national level.

He noted that the request from the people of Katsina ultimately influenced his decision to consider the governorship ambition, stressing that responding to the wishes of his people did not diminish his standing or alter the person they had always known.

The former DSS director-general’s comments come amid increasing political realignments and preparations for the 2027 elections, with prominent political figures reassessing their affiliations and exploring new platforms ahead of the polls.