In a surprising development, Abubakar Malami, former Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation under ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Malami announced his departure on Wednesday evening via his Facebook page, stating he has joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Persecondnews reports.
This party was recently formed by a coalition of opposition figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
The new coalition party was unveiled in Abuja on Wednesday by prominent opposition leaders.
Besides Atiku Abubakar, key figures include Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate; Nasiru El-Rufa’i, former Kaduna State Governor; and David Mark, former Senate President, among others.
A few hours after the unveiling of the coalition party, Malami announced his resignation from the APC.
“After wide consultations and deep personal reflection, I hereby announce my resignation from the All Progressives Congress (APC) and my decision to align with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), the party of choice for our coalition — a coalition driven by the urgent need to rescue our country from further decline.
“This is not a decision made out of anger or ambition, but one inspired by love for our nation and concern for the hardship our people are facing daily,” he stated.
Malami lamented that Nigeria is bleeding, citing insecurity, especially in the North, posed by banditry, kidnappings, and terrorism, alleging that government prioritises politics over the safety of its citizens.
Malami also decried the poor economic policies in the nation, resulting in inflation in the prices of food and basic items.
“The poor can no longer feed their families. Jobs are disappearing. Young people are hopeless. Instead of focusing on real solutions, the government is consumed by propaganda and political distractions.
“Appointments, projects, and policies are now guided by political loyalty and not national interest. I cannot remain part of a system that watches in silence as Nigerians suffer and die,” the ex-minister also stated.
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