The former Speaker of the 9th State Assembly in Plateau State, Abok Nuhu Ayuba had yesterday, March 18th, officially tended his letter of membership withdrawal to the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC).
The former speaker had also presented a letter of intent, seeking to return to his earlier party, the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP), at the party’s Local Government Secretariat in Angware, Jos East local government area of Plateau State.
According to him, his action became necessary in order to save his Local Government and the State from failed leadership that will lead to a state of total collapse if allow.
“In earnest, I hope that the youth of Jos East, Plateau, and Nigeria will come to the realization that the PDP is working hard to build a better future for us.
“As a loyal returnee — I pledge to wholly embrace the party’s ideals. I am full of hope about the future of our great party. Let’s work together for a PDP that can deliver more, better and win all elections” he said.
The People’s Democratic Party PDP Chairman in Jos East Local Government, Hon Izang Ishaya Adamu, said, “Rt Hon Abok is the best person we have expected. His unwavering dedication to justice, principles and leadership experience is crucial to the party’s unity and progress towards winning elections not only in Jos East, but in Plateau and Nigeria. We are delighted he is back to our team.”
“Abok has proven his worth in the State House of Assembly as a unified, progressive and a visionary leader who holds his people’s aspirations and conditions dearly. A defender of democratic principle and Plateau heritage, even as it caused him his exalted office. We are happy to receive him today.”
It could be recalled that the former Speaker, Abok Nuhu Ayuba who was elected under the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress APC was impeached in a controversial way by some members belonging to his party in October 2021.