Borno State governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has refuted rumours suggesting he is planning to defect from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
In a statement released by his spokesperson, Dauda Iliya, on Saturday, Zulum described the speculation as baseless and politically motivated, accusing those behind the reports of seeking personal relevance.
“We have become aware of a fictitious and mischievous social media report circulating in certain quarters, alleging plans by me to decamp from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), alongside five other governors,” Zulum said.
“This is entirely false and exists only in the imagination of its sponsors. They are detractors who have made no meaningful contribution to the progress of Borno State or Nigeria. It is a classic example of cheap, politically motivated speculation designed solely to distract us and create unnecessary political tension.”
The governor reaffirmed his loyalty to the APC and pledged to remain focused on the development of Borno State.
“My loyalty to the APC remains firm and my dedication is solely to the welfare and progress of Borno State. I urge the good people of Borno and the general public to disregard this fabrication. We have no time for cheap politics; our hands are full with the noble task of rebuilding and developing our dear state,” he stated.
Zulum also advised media organisations and the public to verify reports from credible official sources to avoid the spread of misinformation.
“We remain resolute in our commitment to serving Borno State under the banner of our great party, the APC,” the statement concluded.