Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has dismissed speculations about his potential departure from the All Progressives Congress (APC), reaffirming his dedication to the party despite recent critiques. Speaking at the National Conference on Strengthening Democracy in Nigeria in Abuja, El-Rufai stated, “I have no plans to leave the party.”

El-Rufai, a founding member of the APC, has recently voiced concerns over the party’s direction, highlighting issues such as the absence of internal democracy and inactive party structures. He remarked, “I no longer recognize the APC. No party organ has met in two years—no caucus, no NEC, nothing.” Despite these criticisms, he emphasized his commitment to initiating change from within, stating, “I want them (APC) to change.”

The former governor’s reaffirmation of loyalty comes amid discussions about the APC’s adherence to its founding principles, which include combating corruption, rebuilding the economy, and enhancing security. El-Rufai expressed concerns that these objectives have been neglected, noting, “The problems that led to the creation of the APC remain unresolved, but I no longer believe the APC is interested in addressing them.”