Group Appeals to Nasarawa Gov to Rescue APC from Implosion
Igbawase Ukumba in Lafia
A group, APC Stakeholders for Fairness and Justice, Friday appealed to the Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, to urgently rescue the All Progressives Congress (APC) from implosion and total collapse in the state.
The chairman of the group, Mohammed Bala, made the appeal at a press conference in Lafia, expressing concerns over the leadership style of the Nasarawa State party Chairman, Dr. Aliyu Bello.
He accused the chairman of compromising his objectivity due to his close relationship with Senator Ahmed Wadada, a serving senator representing Nasarawa West Senatorial District.
The group’s chairman cited a recent interview granted by Bello to the media, where he reportedly stated that nothing can come between him and his bosom friend, Senator Wadada.
Bala alleged that this public admission highlights a bias that could affect the party’s unity and integrity, particularly as the ward and state congresses draw closer.
He, therefore, warned that Bello’s perceived favoritism could derail the party’s efforts.
He maintained: “If Aliyu Bello is allowed to lead our party going forward, he will use the party to deliver his friend and isolate others, which is detrimental to the APC. The party may be tailored to realize the ambition of one individual, leaving others sidelined.”
The group’s chairman further expressed fears that if Wadada eventually contests under another political party, Bello’s divided loyalty could compromise the APC’s chances in future elections.
He also cautioned that the disenfranchisement of other loyal party members could lead to internal protests, ultimately weakening the party’s structure.
“In the face of the unanimous resolve of Nasarawa electorate across the state to prioritize indigenous nationality above all else, we cannot allow the ambitions of two individuals to derail our collective efforts to deliver good governance through the APC,” Bala stated.
He urged Governor Abdullahi Sule to critically examine their concerns and ensure that a neutral and loyal leader emerges to lead the APC into the future.
He emphasized that the party’s unity and success in upcoming elections depended on fairness, inclusivity and objectivity in leadership.
The group’s chairman concluded by expressing optimism that Governor Sule’s intervention would restore confidence among party members and strengthen the APC’s position in Nasarawa State.
