He also called on his supporters across the state to join him in the APC and support the party’s candidates at all levels of government.
The defection comes amid political realignments in Gombe State as parties and aspirants begin to consolidate their positions ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Hamma Saleh’s move is particularly significant given the protracted dispute over the PDP governorship ticket, which saw Pantami’s initial primary election challenged in court and a subsequent rerun conducted.
His exit from the PDP could further shape political alignments in the state as the opposition party grapples with internal challenges ahead of the polls.
The former aspirant urged his supporters to rally behind the APC, signalling his decision to join forces with the ruling party ahead of the forthcoming electoral contest.
