CLARIFYING THE RECORD ON APC UNITY AND LEADERSHIP IN ZAMFARA AND THE NORTH

CLARIFYING THE RECORD ON APC UNITY AND LEADERSHIP IN ZAMFARA AND THE NORTH

Recent remarks by Sani Abdullahi Jaji, an aide to former Zamfara Governor Abdulaziz Yari, suggesting that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu risks political setbacks in the North in 2027 if Senator Yari leaves the APC, require a balanced response in the interest of factual clarity and party cohesion.


1. *Commitment to Tinubu’s 2023 Victory*  
   In the 2023 presidential elections, the then Governor of Zamfara State,  Bello Mohammed Matawalle, MON, prioritized the success of President Tinubu over his own gubernatorial re-election. He channeled his political structure, resources, and goodwill toward ensuring Tinubu’s victory nationwide, while others focused on personal electoral ambitions.

2. *Grassroots Acceptance and Service to Zamfara Citizens*  
   Matawalle remains one of the most politically relevant and widely accepted leaders in Zamfara State. His interventions in youth empowerment, women and community support, and education have earned him broad recognition and goodwill across the state, particularly among youths, women, and elders.

3. *Leadership in Security and National Defence*  
   As Honourable Minister of State for Defence,  Matawalle is actively advancing the Federal Government’s agenda for security reform and indigenous defence production. He is currently engaging international partners to attract investment and technology transfer into Nigeria’s defence sector, with the aim of providing lasting solutions to the security challenges facing the North and the country at large.

4. *Loyalty and Party Unity*  
    Matawalle has consistently demonstrated loyalty to President Tinubu and the APC. He has been instrumental in building bridges and promoting reconciliation among party members and aggrieved stakeholders in the North, reinforcing party unity ahead of future political engagements.

5. *Context of Party Dynamics*  
   The current political discourse in Zamfara reflects the broader realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections. It is important that such discussions are guided by verifiable contributions to the party, to national security, and to the welfare of the people.

While acknowledging the contributions of all APC stakeholders, the record shows that  Bello Matawalle has played a decisive role in advancing both the electoral success of the President and the strategic interest of Northern Nigeria within the APC.

Signed::

Arewa Youth Democratic Development Forum

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