The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed surprise that the Benue State governor, Samuel Ortom still left it to rejoin the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) after the national chairman of the party had attended to and settle his grievances.
The Party recalled efforts made by the National Chairman, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, to address some of the grievances raised by the governor regarding the local politics in Benue State, adding: “the governor had left the meeting saying he was satisfied with the assurances given by Party leaders. We are still working on giving effect to the resolutions from the meeting. Therefore, we are somewhat surprised by Governor Ortom’s decision.”
In a statement today, Wednesday, the APC’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, said:“the Party reiterates its earlier position that it respects the rights of every citizen to choose their political affiliation but expresses hope that those who have left the Party will rescind their decisions.
“Even with this development, we don’t think it is too late for reconciliation. We have to continue to talk. As long as people keep their minds open and have the courage to put the real issues on the table, reconciliation is still possible.”
Bolaji Abdullahi called on APC members across the country to remain calm as the party leadership continues to work hard to position the party strongly for the next general elections.
