I remains in APC - Buhari declares amidst defection rumours

 

The immediate past President Muhammadu Buhari has pledged his unwavering loyalty to the All Progressives Congress (APC) amidst growing political realignments ahead of the 2027 polls.

This followed the recent reflection of former Governor Nasir El-Rufai to the Social Democratic Party (SDP) who claimed that he informed the former president before making the move.

His defection has fueled speculations about internal discord within the ruling party, as well as concerns over Buhari’s position on the unfolding political shifts.

But, Buhari in a statement by his former lspokesman, Garba Shehu, clarified that he would never abandon the party that gave him the platform to lead Nigeria for two terms.

The former leader explained that the sacrifices made by the founding fathers of the APC can never be overemphasized.

He added that their efforts in “building a strong party to protect democracy and uphold the constitution must be cherished and sustained.

“I am an APC member, and I like to be addressed as such. I will try to popularize the party by all means,” Buhari was quoted as saying.You K

“At present, I have nothing but gratitude for the support that the party gave me before and during my tenure as president,” he said