A wave of criticism followed Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the APC’s presidential candidate, when he decided to run a Muslim-Muslim ticket in the 2023 elections. As a result, important party figures left the organization.
Recall that on Sunday in Daura, Katsina State, after meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari, the APC’s Bola Tinubu, revealed his choice of Senator Kashim Shettima, the former governor of Borno State, as his running mate.
Despite widespread opposition from Nigerians, the ruling party’s decision to field a Muslim-Muslim ticket for the 2023 presidential election was practically confirmed by the statement.
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The important leaders of the ruling party who submitted their resignations as soon as possible are listed below.
Senator Ishaku Abbo
Ishaku Abbo, a senator from the Adamawa North senatorial district, resigned from a Tinubu Support organization after calling Bola Tinubu’s choice of a Muslim as his running partner unwise.
During a conversation with the Peoples Gazette on Monday, the congressman reiterated his position.
Abbo said, “For Tinubu now to be given the ticket and turn around to do what he couldn’t achieve in 2015 despite opposition from Catholics and other Christian leaders is extremely irresponsible.”
He further stated, “Buhari fought a civil war and understands the consequences of a divided nation. When Tinubu wanted to be VP in 2015, Buhari said no because he understood the importance of unity.”
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Actor Kenneth Okonkwo
Following Asiwaju Bola Tinubu’s selection of a Muslim as his running mate, Nollywood star Kenneth Okonkwo also withdrew from the All Progressive Congress.
On Monday, Kenneth denounced the APC National Leader’s action and prayed to God to free the nation from the grasp of those who put their own ambitions for power above those of others.
Daniel Bwala
Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress Daniel Bwala joined the group of legislators who announced their resignation after the selection of Bola Tinubu as the party’s running mate for presidency.
Bwala stated that he is leaving the ruling party because of the ideals and convictions that he holds so dear in a message on his Twitter account on Sunday.
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He continued by saying that at this point, Nigeria needs us to work toward national unification.
The APC chieftain wrote, “Tonight I officially resigned my membership of @OfficialAPCNg on principles and conviction that I hold so dear. At this time of our national existence, our efforts and energy should gravitate towards uniting our people.”
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