The Adamawa State Chapter of All Progressives Congress (APC) has hit with a fresh political storm following the resignation of governorship aspirant, Maurice Vunobolki, alongside a significant number of his supporters.
Speaking at a press briefing in Yola on Tuesday, Vunobolki expressed concerns over what he described as plans to impose a preferred candidate on the party, warning that such actions could undermine internal democracy.
According to him, the situation within the party suggests a shift away from transparency toward what he termed “manipulated consensus,” raising doubts about the credibility of the upcoming primary elections.
Vunobolki also took a swipe at the Governor of the state, Ahmadu Fintiri, accusing him of failing to uphold earlier assurances of fairness and openness in the political process. He warned that the unfolding developments could trigger deeper divisions within the APC, potentially affecting its performance in future elections.
He further alleged irregularities in the party’s membership registration process, particularly in Yola North Local Government Area, claiming that some individuals’ National Identification Numbers (NIN) were used without their consent to inflate membership figures.
Announcing his exit, Vunobolki said the decision followed wide consultations with political stakeholders across the state. He noted that his resignation, which took effect on April 13, 2026, was necessary to pursue his political ambitions on a platform that guarantees equity, transparency, and fair competition.
The former aspirant also urged his loyalists across all 21 local government areas of Adamawa State to leave the APC and await further direction on the next political move.
His departure is expected to further heighten tensions within the party as it prepares for upcoming electoral contests.
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