Diaspora Group Urges Tinubu to Intervene in Edo APC Leadership Crisis

A significant internal rift within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State has prompted a diaspora support group to appeal directly to President Bola Tinubu and the party's national leadership for urgent intervention. The APC Diaspora Media Group, comprising over 1,800 members across several countries, has voiced profound concern over what they describe as a deepening leadership crisis that threatens the party's unity, stability, and electoral prospects, particularly with the 2027 general elections on the horizon.

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The party would not give a ticket to serial losers.

The crux of the dispute lies with the Edo APC Chairman, Jarret Tenebe, whose recent public declaration that "The party would not give a ticket to serial losers" has ignited widespread backlash. The diaspora group vehemently condemned this statement as "reckless and highly disrespectful," asserting that it constitutes a personal attack and an affront to the party's core values of respect and unity. They specifically defended Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, a prominent figure in the state chapter and former governorship candidate, against Tenebe's alleged public ridicule.

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reckless and highly disrespectful

This incident, according to the group, is indicative of a broader pattern of misconduct by the state chairman. They cited previous "unguarded and disrespectful" remarks allegedly directed at senior party figures, including former National Chairman Adams Oshiomhole and Minister Abubakar Momoh. Furthermore, the group raised alarms over alleged "inflammatory statements" and threats against party youths, alongside the designation of certain individuals as persona non grata. These actions, they warn, could significantly heighten political tensions within the state.

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Pastor Ize-Iyamu has not engaged in any conduct warranting such public ridicule and humiliation.

The diaspora group's open letter paints a stark picture of the Edo APC chapter under Tenebe's leadership, characterizing it as "characterised by division, intimidation, and internal discord." They have passed a vote of no confidence in the chairman and are demanding his immediate suspension pending a thorough investigation. Their grievances also include allegations of candidate imposition across local government areas, a failure to build consensus among stakeholders, and a "draconian, exclusionary, and counterproductive" leadership style. The group fears this "dangerous trajectory" could erode the party's goodwill and cohesion, jeopardizing its chances in future elections.

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Leadership demands restraint, wisdom, inclusiveness, and the ability to unify.