{
  "id": 12383640,
  "title": "PDP Kicks As Sokoto North Senatorial Candidate Maccido Dumps Party Ticket",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/pdp-kicks-as-sokoto-north-senatorial-candidate-maccido-dumps-party",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-06T13:17:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/06/pdp-kicks-as-sokoto-north-senatorial-candidate-maccido-dumps-party-ticket/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Sokoto State is facing internal turmoil after its candidate for the January senatorial election, Senator Ahmed Muhammad Maccido, abruptly withdrew his candidacy, causing outrage among party officials. PDP Chairman, Hon. Hayatu Tafida Aminu, condemned Maccido's decision as a \"brazen betrayal\" to the party and its supporters, especially as the party was on the brink of victory. Tafida emphasized that Maccido's withdrawal was suspicious and detrimental to the party's preparations, highlighting his popularity in Sokoto North and Sokoto South due to his royal background and impressive performance as a former senator. The state PDP Chairman contended that Maccido's decision to align with elements from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), who had previously rejected him, was a politically-motivated move. Despite the setback, Tafida urged party members not to be disheartened, asserting that the PDP remains a formidable force and will secure a win in the upcoming election. The state leadership has sought legal advice and national guidance to determine the next steps in accordance with the Electoral Act.",
  "summary": "Onuminya Innocent in Sokoto There is palpable tension in the Sokoto State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) following the dramatic withdrawal of its Sokoto North Senatorial District candidate,",
  "key_points": [
    "PDP candidate Ahmed Muhammad Maccido withdraws from Sokoto North senatorial race.",
    "PDP Chairman condemns Maccido's decision as betrayal to party.",
    "Maccido aligns with African Democratic Congress, causing internal conflict."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}