The ruling All
Progressives Congress (APC) says the defection of Governor Samuel Ortom of
Benue State from the party is “somewhat surprising.”
Reacting
to the defection through its National Publicity Secretary, Malam Bolaji
Abdullahi, the APC recalled the efforts made by the National Chairman, Comrade
Adams Oshiomhole, to address some of the grievances raised by the Benue State
Governor pertaining to the local politics in Benue State.
Abdullahi, in a
statement signed and issued in Abuja on Wednesday, stated that the governor
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,” the statement
further read.
The
party, which reiterated its earlier position that it respected the rights of
every citizen to choose their political affiliation, however, expressed hopes
that those who had left the party would 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,”
read the statement.
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