The senator representing Bauchi South, Shehu Umar, has dumped the All Progressives Congress (APC) over alleged collapse of the party’s internal democratic mechanism.
The senator who lost out in the APC’s primary, announced his membership of the People’s Redemption Party (PRP).
He accused the APC of marginalising genuine party members, and the increasing disregard of the opinions and aspirations of grassroots supporters.
Speaking after his declaration, Umar explained that his decision followed extensive consultations with political associates, youths, women groups, party stakeholders and supporters across Bauchi South Senatorial District and Bauchi State at large.
According to him, the PRP remains a political platform built on the principles of justice, transparency, accountability, inclusiveness and people-oriented leadership, with a strong commitment to the democratic values enshrined in the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
The senator stated that his defection to the PRP is aimed at strengthening democratic governance, protecting the interests of the common people, and providing effective and responsive representation for the citizens of Bauchi State.
He further stressed that Nigeria’s democracy can only thrive where political parties uphold fairness, equal opportunity, internal democracy and the active participation of members in decision-making processes.
He added that the time has come for patriotic leaders to unite and rescue the country from poverty, unemployment, insecurity, economic hardship and poor governance.
“Our people deserve better governance, better opportunities and leadership that truly listens to their concerns. Politics should be about service to humanity, justice, development and improving the living conditions of the masses,” the senator stated.
He reaffirmed his commitment to championing policies and programmes that would directly impact the lives of ordinary citizens, especially in the areas of youth empowerment and job creation, quality education and scholarship opportunities, as well as improved healthcare delivery.
He also called on his supporters, political allies and well-wishers to join him in the PRP in order to continue the collective struggle for good governance, social justice, accountability and sustainable development across Bauchi State.
Umar assured the people of Bauchi State that his commitment to their progress, unity and development remains unwavering, promising to continue providing purposeful leadership and effective representation at all levels.
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