Former President Muhammadu Buhari has reaffirmed his commitment to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) amid ongoing defections from the party.
His statement comes after former Kaduna State Governor, Nasiru El-Rufai, announced his exit from the APC to join the Social Democratic Party (SDP). El-Rufai claimed he left the party with Buhari’s full knowledge and consent.
Aside from El-Rufai, several APC members in Kaduna State have also defected, fueling increased speculation about a possible political alliance against President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections.
In response, Buhari, through a statement by his spokesperson, Garba Shehu, dismissed any doubts about his loyalty to the APC. He made it clear that he remains committed to the party that brought him to power.
“Without referring to any individual, a cast of characters, or issues, principles and ideals currently being discussed by party leaders at various levels, the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, has reiterated what he said times without number—that he is a member of the All Progressives Congress, APC, and would like to be addressed as a loyal member of the party.
“He says he wants to leave no one in doubt that he would never turn his back on the party that gave him two terms of office and would do whatever he can to popularize it.
“I am an APC member, and I like to be addressed as such. I will try to popularize the party by all means.”
Buhari further expressed gratitude for the support he received from the APC throughout his presidency, considering it the highest honour.
“He further stated that the pains taken by the founding fathers to establish a strong party to protect our constitution and democracy as a system of government are worthy sacrifices that should be cherished and nurtured.”
