Why we remain in APC despite disappointment – Bauchi aspirants

Some aspirants who contested in the recently concluded All Progressives Congress APC primary election for seats in the Bauchi State House of Assembly have explained that they prefer to remain within the APC to seek redress through constructive engagement rather than leaving the party. The aggrieved aspirants, operating under the banner of the Bauchi State […]

Some aspirants who contested in the recently concluded All Progressives Congress APC primary election for seats in the Bauchi State House of Assembly have explained that they prefer to remain within the APC to seek redress through constructive engagement rather than leaving the party.
The aggrieved aspirants, operating under the banner of the Bauchi State House of Assembly 2026 APC Aspirants Forum, made their position known during a press briefing held in Bauchi.
The aspirants expressed dissatisfaction with what they described as neglect and exclusion by the party following their defeat.
Speaking on behalf of the group, Honourable Gazali Wunti said the forum’s intervention was not borne out of bitterness or hostility towards the party but was motivated by a desire to strengthen the APC ahead of the forthcoming general elections.
He said many aspirants and their supporters are deeply disappointed by the conduct and outcome of the primaries, which they said fell short of expectations of a truly competitive and democratic process.
“This press conference is not a product of bitterness, hostility or opposition to our great party. It is motivated by our sincere desire to see the APC emerge stronger and better positioned to secure victory in the forthcoming general elections,” Wunti said.
He said that the aftermath of the primaries had triggered a wave of defections, with several aspirants leaving the APC for other political parties due to grievances arising from the exercise. Wunti described the development as a significant loss to the party but commended the APC National Chairman, Prof Nentawe Yilwatda, and the National Working Committee for initiating a review of the primary election process.
The aspirants also called on the APC leadership to reach out to aggrieved members and supporters affected by the primaries in order to restore confidence and unity within the party.