Kwara APC rooted in community engagement – Senator
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At a glance
- Senator Saliu Mustapha described the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the dominant political force in Kwara State due to its grassroots structure and engagement.
- He called for national unity and collective action against insecurity, warning against the misuse of ethnic and religious sentiments.
- Mustapha expressed confidence in the APC's prospects, linking them to the current policy direction and the "Renewed Hope Agenda" at federal and state levels.
Senator Saliu Mustapha, representing Kwara Central Senatorial District, asserts that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is the leading political force in Kwara State. He attributes this dominance to the party's robust grassroots structure and consistent community engagement, making it difficult for opposition parties to gain traction.
I am so happy to come home and be received in this manner. It is a sign of true love from the people of Kwara. Money can not buy this; it is the will of Allah, and whatever Allah has destined, we will continue to be grateful to Him.
Mustapha, speaking after observing Eid prayers, noted the encouraging reception from his constituents, which he described as a sign of genuine affection rather than transactional politics. He emphasized that the APC's strength is deeply rooted in its organization and sustained interaction with communities across the state. "The APC is the party to beat. A united and strong APC can not be matched by any political party in Kwara State," Mustapha insisted.
Looking ahead, the senator expressed optimism about the party's prospects, tying them to the current policy direction at both state and federal levels, particularly under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's "Renewed Hope Agenda." He urged Nigerians to embrace peace, sacrifice, and mutual understanding to address the nation's security and socio-political challenges. He cautioned against exploiting ethnic and religious sentiments, which he believes undermine national cohesion and stability.
The APC is the party to beat. A united and strong APC can not be matched by any political party in Kwara State.
"This is a period for sober reflection and renewed commitment to the ideals of unity, sacrifice, and mutual coexistence. Nigerians must refuse to give room to those seeking to profit from our pain or widen the fault lines that divide us as a people," Mustapha remarked. He also voiced concern over the recent surge in insecurity, calling for stronger synergy between citizens and security agencies and urging support for the Tinubu administration's efforts to restore peace.
This is a period for sober reflection and renewed commitment to the ideals of unity, sacrifice, and mutual coexistence. Nigerians must refuse to give room to those seeking to profit from our pain or widen the fault lines that divide us as a people.
Originally published by The Punch. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.