The All Progressives Congress (APC) has labeled the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as a political party nearing extinction, arguing that its unending leadership crises have significantly weakened its relevance in the political ecosystem.

Warning against what it described as a return to past misgovernance, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged Nigerians to resist any attempt by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to reclaim power. APC’s National Publicity Director, Bala Ibrahim, stressed in a media interview that the country was still grappling with the consequences of the PDP’s 16-year rule.

He said, “Nigeria was still suffering from the rot of the 16-year misrule of the PDP. That party is gone. Are these the clowns people are taking seriously to rule this country again? Believe me, this is just the beginning. We at the APC are enjoying the entertainment.

“The party is not good at managing anything, including itself. What is happening has shown that God came to the rescue of Nigerians by pushing them out of power

“There are more to come if you go into the nitty-gritty of the problems in that party. They should come and learn how to play politics in our APC Progressive Institute set up by the National Chairman of the APC, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje. They will be taught how to play politics without bitterness.”

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When reminded that many critics of President Bola Tinubu had alleged APC’s involvement in the PDP and other opposition parties’ crisis, Ibrahim said, “How is the APC responsible for the crisis that is happening at Wadata Plaza (PDP headquarters in Abuja)? We are not even staying close. So, how can they blame us for their woes? What does APC have to do with having two different secretaries and two chairmen or whatever they seem to have?

“They simply don’t know how to administer anything and they cannot. Who among the protestants is a card-carrying member of the APC? Who among the people causing the crisis is claiming allegiance to APC? None. It is within them.”

On Thursday, the North East zonal caucus of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) convened in Bauchi to deliberate on key issues of reconciliation and strategic planning for the 2027 elections. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar was notably absent from the crucial discussions, which were attended by the three PDP governors from the region.

Among those present were Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, Taraba State Governor Dr. Agbu Kefas, and Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri. Also in attendance were members of the PDP Reconciliation Committee, led by former National Secretary Olagunsoye Oyinlola, alongside senators, House of Representatives members, and state assembly legislators from the region.

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