She officially joined the party at a ceremony in Abuja on Friday, where she was handed her membership card and received by the NDC’s national leader, Seriake Dickson, along with other senior party figures.
Explaining her decision, Binani said she was persuaded by the party’s constitution, which she described as reflecting a clear commitment to structured and policy-driven governance.
The former senator, who represented Adamawa Central, stressed that her defection should not be interpreted as a criticism of her former party.
“Some may point out that just nine months ago, I was in another party. Let me state clearly that I will never condemn where I came from,” she said, addressing concerns over her exit from the ADC.
She added that political decisions are often shaped by changing circumstances. “Politics is dynamic and often local in nature, and decisions are made based on prevailing realities,” she noted.
In his remarks, Dickson said Binani’s move signaled growing confidence in the NDC’s vision of a “new Nigeria,” which he said is rooted in ideology, service, inclusiveness, and national development.