In Response to El-Rufai's Remarks About the Government's Misguided Policies, the APC Suggests that it May Leave the Party by 2027.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed disapproval of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, for his allegations against President Bola Tinubu regarding the lack of suitable personnel to execute the government's policies. El-Rufai further asserted that certain reforms introduced by President Tinubu were misguided. Dr. Ijeoma Arodiogbu, the APC National Vice Chairman for the South East, denounced El-Rufai’s comments made during a Monday night interview on Arise TV, labeling them as “pathetic.” He suggested that El-Rufai’s statements were motivated by personal grievances and unmet expectations from the administration, remarking, “El-Rufai is a resentful individual. His personal ambitions and selfish desires were not satisfied, which likely accounts for his bitterness. This may clarify his assertion that the party abandoned him—he did not leave the party.” El-Rufai had previously alluded to the possibility of departing from the APC, claiming that the party had strayed from its foundational principles and values. He remarked, “I did not state that I am leaving the APC; rather, I indicated that the APC has left me. We established this party based on certain values, but now I find myself at a standstill. The APC remains, but I am here.” He conveyed his disillusionment with the current condition of the party, indicating that he might explore alternative platforms to advance his progressive ideals if the APC fails to revert to its original principles. Nevertheless, he did not dismiss the possibility of returning to the party should it realign with its foundational values. He clarified, however, that he does not intend to join the Peoples Democratic Party if he were to leave the APC. “It should be understood that my affiliation with the APC does not preclude me from visiting a friend who is a member of the PDP or SDP. Therefore, whenever I meet with someone outside the APC, there are speculations that I am contemplating leaving the party.” “Indeed, approximately two months ago, an individual in Kaduna claimed on his Facebook page that I had obtained a PDP membership card in my ward. This was entirely false. I am uncertain where I will find myself if the APC does not return to its foundational principles.” One certainty I can express is that I will never align myself with the PDP. This decision has been firmly established in my mind for quite some time, and my stance remains unchanged. In fact, the situation within the PDP has deteriorated further; I categorically exclude them from consideration. Other political parties may be viable options, provided the APC addresses its internal issues, he stated. El-Rufai also declared his intention to abstain from attending the National Caucus and National Executive Committee meetings of the APC, which are scheduled to commence today. Furthermore, he criticized President Tinubu for not appointing him to a governmental position, despite prior indications suggesting he would be considered. Additionally, he directed his criticism towards National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, alleging that he is undermining his efforts. At the time of this report, the Presidency had not issued a response to El-Rufai’s allegations, aside from the official statement from the APC.