APC youths back Al-Makura for National Chair

By ABBAS WALI, Bauchi

Ahead of the National Convention of the All Progressive Congress (APC), the ambition of Senator Tanko Al-Makura to become the National Chairman of the ruling party has received the backing of the youth.

Addressing journalists in Bauchi, National Chairman of the APC Youth Progressive Forum, Ukasha Hamza Rahama, said that they are out to ensure that Al-Makura is elected as the National Chairman.

Ukasha explained that the collective resolution of the members was borne out of desire to ensure that the ruling APC stand on its feet viable and strong even after President Muhammadu Buhari’s tenure elapsed in 2023.

He said: “It is not in contention that among all of the contenders for the office of the APC National Chairman, Senator Al-Makura remains the only dependable, reliable, trustworthy, and best option to salvage the party and return it to winning ways in the 2023 general election.”

The APC youth forum said they used the media gathering to solicit support from all APC stakeholders particularly the national delegates to ensure that they take decisions in favour of the overall interest of all APC members in Nigeria by voting for Al-Makura as the next National Chairman.

“He is one of the founding fathers of the APC and his contributions to the success of President Buhari’s administration is glaring in the eyes of the world.

“He has replicated the same when he served as governor of Nasarawa State and currently as a Senator of the Federal Republic, representing Nasarawa North. This is an expression of confidence that the party members have on him to sustain the ruling APC change policies and programmes,” Ukasha assured.

According to the youth leader, “The convention slated for February is another step in the process of revitalizing of the championship position. Therefore, I want to stress the need for Mai Mala Buni-led Committee to fast track and ensure that the Convention takes place as scheduled to enable the incoming National Executive prepare well ahead of 2023 general election.

“We also call on the committee to ensure they provide a level playing ground during the forthcoming National Convention to minimize internal conflicts that may emerge at the aftermath of the event.”

TheStar