Masari, Al-Makura, Others Pledge Loyalty To APC

Former leaders of the now-defunct Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) bloc within the All Progressives Congress (APC) have expressed their continued allegiance to the ruling party.

Naija News reports that the CPC bloc was led by former Nasarawa State Governor, Tanko Al-Makura and former Katsina State Governor, Aminu Bello Masari.

Other members of the group that signed the statement include Mallam Adamu Adamu; Senator Ibrahim Musa; Senator Mustafa Salihu; Hon. Farouk Adamu Aliyu; Hon. Almajiri Geidam; Arc. Waziri Bulama; Dr. Nasiru Ladan Argungu; Dr. Dominic Alancha; Hon. Ayuba Balami; Mr. Osita Okechukwu and Chief Okoi Obono-Obla

Other signatories to the statement are Hon. Lucy Ajayi; Captain Bala Jibrin,l; Hon. Uche Ufearoh; Alh. Yusuf Salihu; Hon. Abubakar Maikudi; Engr. Mutallib Badmus; Alh. Muhammed Ahmed Datti; Hon. Muhammed Etsu, Chief Jerry Johnson and Alh. Alkali Ajikolo

The leaders stated that recent narratives suggesting defection and disaffection among the CPC Bloc is false and mischievous.

The statement titled: “We stand firmly with the APC,” reads: “we, the undersigned leaders and dedicated members of the former Congress for Progressive Change (CPC), instrumental in the historic merger that birthed the All Progressives Congress (APC), issue this statement to reaffirm our unwavering loyalty to our great party and express our strong solidarity with the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.

“Recent misleading narratives suggesting defection or discontent among CPC stakeholders are baseless, mischievous, and should be disregarded. We remain a vital part of the APC, fully committed to its leadership and vision.”

The group said: “We categorically state that we have neither left the APC nor do we intend to leave. The CPC bloc remains one of the APC’s foundational pillars, and we are resolute in our commitment to the party and its progressive ideals.”

The group insisted that they will not allow individuals to dismantle the party they helped build through years of tireless dedication, insisting that as a legacy party within the APC, they took pride in the sacrifices made to build a platform that fosters national unity, justice, and development.

According to the group any “attempts to sow disunity within the party and the country do not reflect the will or position of genuine CPC core members and are wholly unacceptable.”

The CPC leaders also called for enhanced engagement and communication within the party to foster inclusiveness, reduce tensions, and promote unity. “We urge APC leadership to increase engagement with members at all levels,” the statement read.

The leaders advised members with grievances to seek redress through constitutional channels within the party, rather than resorting to public agitation or hasty exits.

“We acknowledge that some members may feel sidelined, but such concerns are not unique to any one bloc.

“We encourage those affected to seek redress through established constitutional channels within the party.

“We therefore reaffirm our loyalty to the APC and our steadfast support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. The CPC family remains a crucial pillar of the APC and will continue to play a responsible role in its growth and Nigeria’s progress.”