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APC Fires Back at Tambuwal, Accusing Him of Undermining Nigeria's Democratic Space

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Aminu Tambuwal, a serving senator and former Speaker of the House of Representatives, has been accused by the All Progressives Congress (APC) of making baseless allegations and lacking leadership in the opposition space. The APC, in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, dismissed Tambuwal's claims that President Bola Tinubu and the APC were orchestrating moves to destabilise opposition parties like the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party. The APC also questioned Tambuwal's commitment to the opposition coalition, stating that his ongoing investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged cash withdrawals totalling 189 billion reveals a lack of accountability.

Key Takeaways:

  • The APC has accused Aminu Tambuwal of making unsubstantiated allegations against President Bola Tinubu and the party, claiming they are destabilising opposition parties.
  • The APC dismissed Tambuwal's claim that the signs of destabilisation are "very clear," stating that it is an attempt to undermine the democratic space and lack leadership.
  • Tambuwal is under investigation by the EFCC over alleged cash withdrawals totalling 189 billion, which the APC rejected as politically motivated.
  • The APC described the opposition's attempts to form a coalition ahead of the 2027 elections as a fragile alliance weakened by internal strife and competing egos.
  • The ruling party expressed confidence that Nigerians would once again reject the opposition at the ballot box, stating that the opposition has no value to offer.
  • The APC stated that President Tinubu remains focused on governance, with ongoing reforms to strengthen Nigeria's economic foundations.
  • The party expressed its commitment to strengthening its internal democratic systems and serving Nigerians better.

Statistics:

  • 189 billion: The total amount of cash withdrawn by Tobin Tambuwal during his time as governor (according to the statement).
  • 2027: The year of the next presidential election, when the opposition is planning to challenge President Tinubu.
  • 6 opposition parties: The number of parties that formed a coalition against President Tinubu, but is now weakening due to internal strife and competing egos.

Sources:

  • The statement issued by Felix Morka, National Publicity Secretary of the APC, referencing Aminu Tambuwal's claims as baseless and unsubstantiated.
  • [Channels Television programme, "Politics Today,"] where Aminu Tambuwal made his claims about President Tinubu and the APC.

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