Chief Maurice Vunobolki, a prominent governorship aspirant in Adamawa State, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC). He cited concerns regarding a lack of transparency, fairness, and internal democracy within the party as the primary reasons for his departure. During a news briefing in Yola on Tuesday, Vunobolki stated that his decision was prompted by “recent developments in the APC that contradict earlier assurances of equity and a level playing field.”
Vunobolki explained that he had joined the APC on February 23, 2025, after defecting from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). At that time, he received assurances from both the party and Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, who was also preparing to join the APC. However, he expressed disappointment that the current actions within the party and the state government have undermined those initial promises. He characterized the prevailing political climate as a repetition of past patterns, asserting that the system is increasingly driven by imposition rather than democratic choice.
“As a long-standing participant in Nigeria’s political space, I recognize the signs of a system that is tilting towards impositions,” Vunobolki remarked. He warned of a growing likelihood that decisions would be made through manipulated consensus rather than through a transparent and credible process. Despite his resignation, Vunobolki confirmed that he remains a governorship aspirant but has not yet determined his next political affiliation.
He urged his supporters across the state to withdraw from the APC and await further directives regarding their next political direction. His resignation, while perhaps earlier than some in Adamawa had anticipated, aligns with the increasing complaints from others who were influenced to join the APC by Governor Fintiri. Observers suggest that more defections may occur in the near future as dissatisfaction within the party continues to rise.
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