Former Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi, has dismissed reports suggesting his defection from the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the claims as misleading.
Fayemi, in a statement posted on his official X account on Monday, reaffirmed his commitment to the ruling party, stressing that he remains a foundation member of the APC and that his position has not changed.
He explained that although he has consistently advocated for greater internal democracy and inclusion within the party, such calls should not be misconstrued as an indication of his exit.
Fayemi maintained that there is still room for the APC to embrace reforms and reposition itself for broader participation and inclusiveness.
He wrote, “Nothing Has Changed – Fayemi.
“My attention has been drawn to a story circulating on several online platforms regarding my defection from the All Progressives Congress (APC).
“As I have had cause to state in the past, I am a card carrying foundation member of the APC and this position has not changed.
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“While I have been at the vanguard of demand for greater internal democracy and inclusion in the ruling party, I believe it is still not late for our party to change course and move towards greater inclusion and internal democracy.”
This comes few hours after former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasiru El-Rufai announced his defection from the ruling APC to the Social Democratic Party (SDP).
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