A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kaduna State, Bashir Jamoh, has insisted that former Governor Nasir El-Rufai remains a member of the party. Despite El-Rufai's recent involvement with the opposition coalition-backed African Democratic Congress (ADC), Jamoh claims that the party still consults him and values his contributions [1].
Background of El-Rufai's Party Affiliation
El-Rufai, a former Governor of Kaduna State, had previously decamped from the APC, citing lack of internal democracy under President Bola Tinubu's administration. He initially joined the Social Democratic Party (SDP) before moving to the ADC [2].
Jamoh's Perspective
Jamoh, a former Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), emphasized that El-Rufai is still a card-carrying member of the APC. He stated that the party seeks El-Rufai's advice and contributions, which are offered without charge. Jamoh added that the party has not reached a point where it would disown El-Rufai, given his eight-year tenure as Governor under the APC [1].
Implications of El-Rufai's Status
The clarification on El-Rufai's status within the APC has implications for the party's dynamics in Kaduna State. As a prominent figure, El-Rufai's continued affiliation with the APC could influence the party's decisions and strategies [2].
Conclusion
The statement by Jamoh highlights the complexities of party politics and the relationships between prominent figures. As the political landscape evolves, it will be interesting to see how El-Rufai's role within the APC unfolds and impacts the party's fortunes in Kaduna State [1].
