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How Salihu Mustapha Can Become APC National Chairman

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Abdurrahman Sa’ad Dembo

Politics, they say, is local. The aspiration of Mallam Salihu Mustapha to become the National Chairman of the All Progressive Congress, APC should begin from Kwara state.

I’m glad the APC stakeholders in Kwara State have endorsed Mustapha’s ambition for the position and that shows he has done his homework. No doubt he is a credible candidate that can compete with other contestants from any other states within North Central Zone, if eventually APC zones the National Chairmanship position to North Central.

He is not a novice when it comes to politics. He was a member of ANPP, also former National Deputy Chairman of Congress for Progressive Change, CPC. Essentially, Mallam Salihu Mustapha has contributed to the growth and development of humanity in Kwara State and beyond. His foundation, has touched many lives of downtrodden positively.

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Many unemployed youths have received succour from Salihu. In 2019 when he came out to contest for Governor of Kwara state under All Progressive Congress APC, he should have carried the day but the power play scuttled his ambition at the twilight of APC Governorship primary. In spite of this, Mallam did not relent, because one cannot rule out the fact that he is the most celebrated President Buhari’s face in Kwara state.

He has been a committed member of Buhari support organisation for many years. Mallam as a matter of fact should lobby the presidency and his state Governor Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq.

The reason is, Presidency will like a candidate that shares the philosophy of Buhari’s administration, which is focal to economy, security and infrastructural development. They will also like to throw their weights behind a candidate that will galvanize the party.

In all of these two requirements Salihu Mustapha is a goal. Mallam requires the support of his state’s Governor because of power play dynamism. More Importantly, Inclusiveness is key in running any political party in the world, hence Salihu Mustapha should reach out to APC Governors by articulating his vision and mission to them.

He should plead to them if necessary. Mallam Salihu should form a committee that will reach out to APC stakeholders across the country with the mandate that grassroots are viable.

The Committee should also endeavour to communicate to the stakeholders that Salihu Mustapha is not out for contest but to appeal to them.

Some may regard Salihu Mustapha as a candidate that will be going to the convention as an underdog, but I honestly disagree. His political tentacle also spreads across the country, because of his commitment to politics that is devoid of acrimony and poverty.

At this stage of our National history APC needs a National Chairman that will change the narrative by repositioning the party and correcting the impression of some Nigerians who felt the party has not fulfilled all promises they made in 2015.

Some even believed that the #EndSARS protest was as a result of poor governance by the APC, while some would say it was politically motivated. Whichever way APC’s fate cannot be determined by naysayers. So Salihu must know this and work on it. This is required to make the party formidable ahead of 2023 general elections. He will provide a robust leadership that will make the party to flourish. Salihu is a man of few words but pragmatic.

 

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200,000 APC Members in Kano Dismiss Allegations Against Ministerial Nominee Yusuf Abdullah Atta as Baseless

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October 27, 2024

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Over 200,000 members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State have dismissed allegations of incompetence against the ministerial nominee, retired Hon. Yusuf Abdullah Atta, as baseless. Some APC members in Kano believe the allegations stem from personal grudges held by a few individuals who are not legitimate members of the party.

In a statement, Mustapha Gidan Magani, the secretary of APC Kwaciri Ward, on behalf of the entire executive committee of APC Fagge Local Government Area, rejected the allegations of anti-party activities during the 2023 general election. The executives argued that those intending to submit a petition to the Senate, claiming to represent 50,000 APC members, have no legal standing to make such claims.

The APC executives from Fagge Local Government Area are prepared to counter the petition, asserting that it will have little impact on the confirmation of Atta as Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development. They expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for nominating Atta, highlighting his administrative skills and dedication to serving humanity.

 

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PDP Youth Activist Calls for Suspension of Shekarau, Bello Hayatu from the party

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October 14, 2024

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Salisu Usman Karaskabuli, a youth activist of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Kano, has called for the immediate suspension of several high-ranking party members, including former governor Ibrahim Shekarau, Bello Hayatu Gwarzo, and Yahaya Bagobiri.

He accused them of sabotaging the party’s efforts in the state and hindering PDP’s progress in the region.

Addressing journalists in Kano, Salisu Karaskabuli alleged that Shekarau has engaged in anti-party activities during the 2023 governorship election.
“Despite being a PDP leader, the majority of his supporters backed the APC candidate,” Salisu Karaskabuli said.
He further claimed that Shekarau is already mobilizing his supporters to work for Senator Barau’s governorship ambitions in 2027, signaling ongoing disloyalty.

Salisu Karaskabuli also blamed the PDP National Vice Chairman for the Northwest Bello Hayatu Gwarzo for failing to unite the party across the region.
He noted that prominent PDP members, such as former governors Ibrahim Shema of Katsina and Ramalan Yero of Kaduna, had defected to other parties due to Gwarzo’s ineffective leadership.
Concerning the recent PDP congress in Kano, Usman expressed frustration, rejecting the outcomes of the ward, local government, and state congresses.
He accused the leadership of the party for partisan zoning and disqualifying candidates without valid reasons.

Further accusations were leveled at Yahaya Bagobiri, the chairman of PDP elders in Kano.
Salisu Usman claimed that Bagobiri had leaked sensitive party information to the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) leader Rabiu Kwankwaso.

Usman Karaskabuli called on the national leadership of the PDP to investigate the accused members and, if found guilty, take appropriate disciplinary action.

The accusations come at a time when the PDP in Kano and the wider Northwest is grappling with internal divisions, which some fear could weaken the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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APC Youth Activist Urges President Tinubu to Appoint Murtala Sule Garo as Minister

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October 13, 2024

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Sadiq Ali Sango, a prominent youth activist of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to consider appointing Murtala Sule Garo as a minister in the forthcoming cabinet reshuffle.
Sango made this known in a statement released to journalists in Kano.

The Federal Government recently announced that President Tinubu would soon reshuffle his cabinet, sparking widespread speculation over potential new appointees.
Sango expressed optimism that Garo, a grassroots politician with a proven track record, would be a fitting choice for a ministerial position.

“Murtala Sule Garo is not only a politician but a true son of the soil, with immense contributions to the APC in Kano,” Sango stated.
“His service as the APC’s deputy gubernatorial candidate in the 2023 election and his unwavering commitment to the party despite not having the reins of government in Kano makes him the ideal candidate for Tinubu’s cabinet.”

Sango further highlighted Garo’s role in holding the party together during difficult times, describing him as the “supporting pillar” of the APC in Kano.
“He has carried the party on his shoulders, providing support to party leaders and members alike,” he added.

With the APC no longer in control of Kano State’s government, Garo’s influence at the grassroots level has been pivotal for the party’s continued strength in the region.
According to Sango, Garo’s appointment would reinforce the party’s position in Kano and contribute to the success of President Tinubu’s administration.

The call for Murtala Sule Garo’s inclusion in the Federal Executive Council comes amid growing anticipation regarding the composition of the new cabinet and the need for strong political figures to represent Kano at the national level.

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