Akabe Denies Defection Rumours, Reaffirms Loyalty to APC
By Suleiman Abubakar Rimi Uku Lafia
The Akabe Campaign Organization has dismissed reports alleging that the Deputy Governor of Nasarawa State, Emmanuel Agbadu Akabe, is planning to defect from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Social Democratic Party (SDP).
In a press statement issued on behalf of the organization, the group described the report as “false, malicious and misleading,” insisting that Dr. Akabe remains a committed and loyal member of the APC despite the outcome of the recently concluded senatorial primaries in Nasarawa State.
The organization stated that the publication was aimed at creating unnecessary political tension and damaging the political reputation of the deputy governor.
According to the statement, Dr. Akabe has maintained unwavering loyalty to the APC over the years, recalling his service as commissioner during the era of the Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) administration and his current role as Deputy Governor under the APC-led government in Nasarawa State.
The campaign organization further noted that Dr. Akabe’s contributions to governance and development in the state remain visible and impactful, stressing that he has continued to work for the unity, growth and success of the ruling party despite prevailing political challenges.
It accused the sponsors of the alleged defection report of attempting to blackmail and discredit the deputy governor over what it described as his “stolen mandate.”
The statement emphasized that Dr. Akabe has no intention of leaving the APC for the SDP or any other political party, adding that his commitment to the ideals and leadership of the APC remains “firm, resolute and unshakable.”
The organization therefore urged members of the public to disregard the rumoured defection report in its entirety.
The statement was signed by the Akabe Campaign Organization.
