Critical Stakeholders on Sunday rose from a meeting of the All Progressives Congress, APC insisting that Borno State remains an APC State with no plans for merger.
The Critical stakeholders also discouraged deviation from the party’s principles and manifesto but called on the APC national leadership to strengthen internal democracy and party structures to retain political dominance.
Critical stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) reaffirmed their support and loyalty to President Bola Tinubu, Vice-President Kashim Shettima and Gov. Babagana Zulum.
The stakeholders, who made the pledge at the Critical meeting organised by the Governor in Maiduguri also pledged their commitment to the ideals of the party.
This was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of the meeting and signed by APC State’s Chairman and his Secretary, Bello Ayuba, and Mustapha Loskuri.
The critical stakeholders also expressed their unwavering support for Tinubu/Shettima’s presidency and urged Shettima to remain loyal and continue to promote their administration’s policies.
They also declared total confidence in Zulum’s leadership and charged him to remain focused on the recovery and development of the state.
The APC’s critical stakeholders urged party members to avoid actions that could tarnish the image of the APC and to uphold the unity and solidarity that define Borno’s political landscape.
The APC’s critical stakeholders, however, dismissed attempts by certain elements within the party to sow discord and reiterated the state’s commitment to party unity.
They urged the Federal Government to continue its support for development and security initiatives in Borno.
The APC’s critical stakeholders also appealed to President Tinubu to sustain oil exploration in the North-east, particularly in Kolmani and around Lake Chad, and invest in road infrastructure to boost security and economic growth in the region.
They expressed optimism in the continued leadership of the APC at both state and national levels, saying Borno would remain firmly aligned with the party’s vision.
The statement said, partly leaders and prominent party stalwarts attended the meeting.(NAN)
