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Ex-IGP Adamu's Exit Won't Affect 2027 Chances, Says Nasarawa APC Chairman

From The Punch · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Nasarawa chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) dismisses concerns about former Inspector-General of Police Adamu Abubakar's exit.
  • Party Chairman Aliyu Bello stated that Adamu's defection to the Social Democratic Party (SDP) will not affect their chances in the 2027 elections.
  • Bello expressed confidence in the party's strength and prospects regardless of individual member movements.

Nasarawa's All Progressives Congress (APC) chairman, Aliyu Bello, has asserted that the departure of former Inspector-General of Police Adamu Abubakar will not hinder the party's electoral prospects in 2027. Bello stated that Abubakar's defection to the Social Democratic Party (SDP) is not a significant blow to the APC's ambitions.

Bello expressed confidence in the APC's existing structure and support base within Nasarawa State. He suggested that the party's strength lies beyond individual members, implying that Abubakar's move will not disrupt their campaign or voter appeal.

The chairman's remarks aim to preemptively quell any speculation or concern within the party and among the public regarding the impact of Abubakar's departure. The APC appears determined to project an image of stability and unwavering confidence in its ability to contest and win the upcoming general elections.

His exit from APC won't affect our chances in 2027.

— Aliyu BelloNasarawa APC Chairman Aliyu Bello commented on the former IGP's defection.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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