By Ibraheem Hamza Muhammad
Senator Umaru Tanko Al-Makura, leader of the former Congress for Progressive Change, (CPC) bloc in the All Progressives Congress , (APC) has addressed a World Press Conference at Yar’adua Center, Abuja on Thursday.
The event was attended by Alhaji Aminu Bello Masari, General Buba Marwa, Senator Abu Ibrahim, Governor Umar Radda of Katsina, Mr. Osita Okechukwu and many politicians.
Below is the full speech:
PRESS CONFERENCE BY FORMER CPC STAKEHOLDERS
Distinguished members of the press, respected stakeholders, ladies and gentlemen,It is my honor to welcome you all to this important press conference.
We have come together today with clarity, unity, and purpose. We are here to reaffirm our commitment to the ideals that brought us together in 2013, to set the records straight, and to send a clear message to all Nigerians that the former CPC majority stakeholders remain strong, united, and deeply loyal to the All Progressives Congress and the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.
We hereby state our resolutions as follows:We, the majority stakeholders of the former Congress for Progressive Change (CPC), who were part of the historic merger that birthed the All Progressives Congress (APC), have gathered to reaffirm our identity, clarify our position, and speak with one united voice to the Nigerian public and to our teeming supporters across the nation.
Recent developments have seen a flood of speculation and misinformation about the position of the former CPC within the APC. Let it be known clearly that we have not left the APC.
We are very much here, standing tall, standing proud, and standing firm within the party that we helped to found through sweat, sacrifice, and patriotic commitment. We remain part and parcel of the APC family.We recall with pride how we in the CPC in collaboration with other patriots in ACN, ANPP, APGA, DPP, and nPDP contributed enormously to the spirit of unity and national cohesion that led to the defeat of an incumbent government in 2015, and ushered in a new era under the leadership of our leader, President Muhammadu Buhari. It is this spirit of sacrifice, patriotism, and commitment to Nigeria’s future that guide our every action.
Today, under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, Nigeria faces challenging but necessary reforms. As responsible citizens and co-founders of this political party, we believe that now more than ever, we must remain steadfast, patient, and supportive. We commend the bold steps taken by President Tinubu and we urge Nigerians to trust the process, knowing that the foundation being laid today will lead to a more prosperous and secure future.To our brothers and sisters who may feel aggrieved, we urge them to explore options within the party to resolve their grievances through dialogue, patience, and perseverance.
True loyalty is tested not in times of comfort but in times of travail. We urge all to use the structures and constitutional avenues available within our great party to seek redress and to avoid actions that could weaken the very house we all built.Finally, let it be clearly understood that we, the majority stakeholders of the former CPC are not abandoning the APC. We are here, standing tall, committed to the ideals that brought us together. We remain loyal to our party, the APC and firmly supportive of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Our commitment is unshaken, our faith is renewed, and our hope for a better Nigeria under this administration remains high. Distinguished ladies and gentlemen, we sincerely thank you for your time, your attention, and your understanding. We equally extend our heartfelt gratitude to our teeming supporters and majority stakeholders across the country who, in their millions, have spoken with one voice in solidarity with our position. Your unflinching support reaffirms our confidence that the ideals we cherish are still alive in the hearts of the majority of our people.In the same vein, we recognize and deeply appreciate our former legislators at all levels who once carried the people’s mandate under the banner of the CPC.
Your continued support and principled stance are not only encouraging but also a powerful reminder of the strength and integrity that defined our journey from the beginning. Today, we have spoken with one voice — a voice of conviction, of hope, and of unalloyed loyalty to the ideals that unite us. As we move forward, we do so with renewed strength, a deep sense of responsibility, and an unshakable commitment to the APC and the success of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration and ultimately, the future of our beloved country.
We trust that you will carry this message to all corners of our nation that the former CPC stands tall, proud, and firmly rooted in the APC family and the service of our dear country, Nigeria.
Thank you and May God bless you all.
Long Live the APC!
Long Live the Federal Republic of Nigeria!!
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