Nigeria’s governing party, the All Progressives Congress, APC is working to strengthen and reposition itself to stand the test of time and in preparation for its National Convention.
The APC National Chairman, Caretaker and Extra-Ordinary Convention Planning Committee and Governor of Yobe, Mai Mala Buni stated this at the party’s National Secretariat when he inaugurated the APC Strategy and Contact committee.
He said the committee is important to the future of the APC and to keep the party in government in the long run.
“The constitution of the Strategy and Contact committee, therefore, is to consolidate the achievements we are making in building a strong party with a solid structure that would accomplish APC to stand the test of time.
“Our vision is to provide a wheel that will drive the party to go beyond 6th, 7th and even 8th term of office to effectively implement the party manifesto, improve the lives of Nigerians and, to remain Nigeria’s leading political party.
“This committee is therefore very key to our process of transition towards successful congresses and national convention and, to establish a very solid, reputable and reliable future for the party,” he said
While giving the terms of reference to the committee, he said they are expected to engage various stakeholders in the party.
“To establish constructive engagements between critical stakeholders at various levels of the party with a view to reviving confidence and trust among party leaders.
“To conduct a need assessment survey from party members and the general public. To create statement of vision, mission and core values of the party that will foster unity.
“Develop strategies that will reposition the party in an advantaged position in the public domain. Develop a timeline and framework for the implementation of the recommendations of the committee.
“Co-opt such members as may be deemed most suitable. Submit periodic reports to the National chairman,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Chairman of the Strategy and Contact Committee and governor of Jigawa State, Abubakar Badaru while promising the Commitment of the Committee said the National Convention may hold in June 2020.
“It is very feasible. I know the national Caretaker Committee are committed to delivering in June. And we will support them and do whatever it takes to make sure we deliver by June.
“The NCECPC had performed credibly, well, and all party members should support the NCECPC in the delivering on its mandate.
“It is my belief that all of us who are called upon to participate in this committee assignment shall make the necessary sacrifice and compliment the effort of the President and NCECPC in ensuring that our party continue to be the party of choice for Nigerians,” he said.
Zainab Sa’id
