The North‑Central APC Forum has accused the party’s National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, of obstructing Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s possible defection to the All Progressives Congress. In a statement released on Sunday, the forum warned that Yilwatda’s actions are driven by personal political interests, prioritising his 2027 ambitions over the party’s growth.
The forum criticised Yilwatda’s inability to unite the North‑Central region, citing his recent appearance at a church event where he claimed to represent Christians in the area. The remark was deemed divisive and contradictory to the party’s principles. Forum chairman Alhaji Saleh Zazzaga also highlighted Yilwatda’s lack of political experience—he has never held an elected office—and accused him of deepening divisions within Plateau State and the broader region.
The North‑Central APC Forum urged the party’s leadership to consider appointing a more competent national chairman at the upcoming December convention. Despite their criticisms of Yilwatda, the group reaffirmed its support for President Bola Tinubu and pledged to deliver votes from the North‑Central region in the 2027 elections.
The accusations come after Yilwatda lost the 2023 Plateau governorship election to Mutfwang. The forum’s allegations suggest that Yilwatda’s actions may be motivated by a desire to protect his own political interests and prevent Mutfwang from joining the party. This situation highlights the complexities of party politics in Nigeria, where personal ambitions and regional interests often intersect.
As the APC prepares for its December convention, the party’s leadership will need to address the concerns raised by the North‑Central APC Forum. The call for a more competent national chairman may indicate a broader desire for change within the party, and the outcome of the convention will likely have significant implications for the party’s future and its chances in the 2027 elections.
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