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2023: Amaechi’s Ally Dumps APC, Gives Reasons

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George Tolofari
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An ally of the former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi and former Commissioner for Transport, George Tolofari, has dumped the All Progressives Congress (APC).

In a statement addressed to the APC chairman in Ward 12, Bonny Local Government Area, Tolofari, who was a governorship aspirant of the party for the 2023 elections, said his hope in the party is dashed.

Tolofari said the APC came to power on the mantra of anti-corruption, justice, insecurity and equity but expressed dismay that everything it preached against stares them squarely in the face and threatens the existence of the country.

According to the former transport commissioner, after reviewing the general state of the APC-led government in the country, he is no longer convinced of his continued stay in the party.

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He also expressed appreciation to Amaechi and the party leaders for the opportunity to serve the state and the party in the recent past.

The statement read: “The above subject matter refers. Joining the APC was based on personal conviction, but having reviewed the general state of affairs of the APC-led government in the country, I’m no longer convinced of my continued stay in the party.

“The APC came on the mantra of anti-corruption, justice, equity and insecurity. But today that hope is dashed as insecurity, corruption and injustice stare us squarely in the face and threaten the very existence of our beloved country.

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“To my dear leaders and die hard party faithful in Bonny, who see me as a role model and a loyal party man, I’m sorry to disappoint you by my decision. I guess I’m human after all, forgive me.

“My gratitude goes to my leader, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Rotimi Amaechi, and the party for the opportunity to serve the state and the party in the recent past.

“Although this is a very difficult and painful decision to make, I believe it’s time to move on. Let me also take this opportunity to wish the APC all the best in the forthcoming elections in 2023.”

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