Former director general of All Progressives Congress (APC) Youth Awareness Council in Yobe State, Hon Sa’idu Hassan Jakusko, has dumped the APC citing poor treatment by the APC-led administration in the state.
Jakusko, who worked for the Yobe state Governor Hon Mai Mala Buni, in Jakusko local government area of the state, disclosed his exit from the party after submitting a letter of resignation, addressed to the APC ward chairman in the local government area.
“I write to formally announce my resignation from the All Progressives Congress (APC), Yobe State, effective immediately.”
He said his decision to leave the party was not made lightly, adding, “I have always valued my association with the APC and its mission to drive progress and development. However, I feel compelled to take this step due to some reasons.”
He added that after keeping faith with the party in 2019, some recent development in the party in his local government area and Yobe State conflicted with his core principles and values.
“I was an integral part of the campaign team that worked tirelessly, investing our time, resources, and energy to secure the victory of Hon. Mai Mala Buni as Governor of Yobe State.”
He expressed disappointment that, “Despite our relentless efforts and the success we achieved, I have not received any recognition or reward from the government over the past four years. Nevertheless, I continued to show patience and loyalty to the party.
“However, during the 2023 General elections, I faced numerous challenges. Despite these difficulties, I successfully mobilised and facilitated the defection of an estimated 600 individuals from various political parties, including PDP, APGA, AC, and the Labour Party, into the APC.”
He said, all these decampees were presented to the party leadership, including the APC chairman and other top officials. However, despite these significant contributions, no tangible support or recognition was extended to address ongoing challenges within his constituency.
“Meanwhile, I deeply appreciate the opportunities I have had to contribute to the growth and success of the party. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the leadership and my fellow members of the APC in Yobe State for their collaboration and support over the years.
“While I step away from the APC, my commitment to the development and progress of our community and the principles of democracy remains steadfast.
“Please accept my best wishes for the party’s continued success as you work toward achieving the aspirations of its members,” he wrote.
