Former Minister of Aviation, Osita Chidoka, has recently called on the All Progressives Congress (APC) to allocate the national chairmanship position to the South East region. This, according to Chidoka, would promote inclusive representation within the party.
Chidoka's statement comes in the wake of the resignation of the APC National Chairman and Secretary, which has created an opportunity for the party to reorganize its leadership structure. While Senator Abubakar Kyari, the Deputy National Chairman (North), has assumed temporary responsibility, Chidoka believes that the party should use this moment to address the issue of regional inclusivity.
Although not a member of the APC, Chidoka acknowledges the far-reaching implications of the party's actions for national unity and the well-being of the country. He emphasizes the importance of deliberate and inclusive policies in building a united Nigeria. Chidoka directs his message to President Tinubu, urging him to rise above partisan politics and embrace the concept of a diverse and united nation.
Chidoka draws historical parallels to support his recommendation, noting that regions like the Southwest did not vote for certain parties in the past, yet their representatives were appointed to key positions. In this context, he argues that the South East should not be excluded from holding the national chairmanship position based solely on voting patterns.
The resignation of the APC Chairman presents an opportunity for the party to redefine itself and distance itself from a past marred by nepotism and insensitivity to national consensus. Chidoka proposes that by allocating the position of National Chairman to the Southeast, the APC can reaffirm its commitment to national unity and demonstrate a departure from its previous practices.
Chidoka concludes his statement by calling upon President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to transcend partisan interests and champion the rejuvenation of the Nigerian ideal. He believes that appointing a National Chairman from the South East would be a significant step towards achieving this vision.
In summary, Chidoka's appeal to the APC to zone the national chairmanship position to the South East is rooted in the principles of inclusivity, national unity, and a desire to break away from past practices that hindered cohesive representation.
