By Chesa Chesa
A group of concerned stakeholders within the Kwara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has petitioned President Bola Tinubu, alleging that Governor Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq is pursuing actions detrimental to the party’s unity and electoral prospects ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In an open letter dated April 22, 2026, and addressed to the President, the group – under the banner of ‘Concerned Members of Kwara APC’ – expressed appreciation for Tinubu’s economic reforms but warned that developments in Kwara State could undermine the party’s national ambitions.
The letter was signed by Hon. Olosasa Toyin, Comrade Onimasa Hazmat Ganeey, and Alhaji Abdulraheem Alabi, and copied to the APC National Chairman, Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda.
The petitioners accused Governor AbdulRazaq of adopting policies and political strategies that have alienated both party elites and grassroots supporters. They claimed the governor has failed to connect with ordinary citizens and has shown insufficient empathy amid rising insecurity in parts of the state.
According to the letter, the governor’s handling of internal party affairs, particularly his alleged attempts to influence succession plans for 2027, has sparked widespread discontent. The group alleged that AbdulRazaq has deployed coercive tactics, including legal actions against party leaders such as Ilyasu Moro and Mashood Mustapha, in a bid to enforce loyalty.
They further claimed that the governor has frustrated development initiatives by Senator Saliu Mustapha, worsening divisions within the party.
The petition also criticized AbdulRazaq’s reported support for the Speaker of the Kwara State House of Assembly, Danladi Yakubu, as his preferred successor, describing the move as self-serving and aimed at protecting his legacy after leaving office. The group alleged that this agenda is widely perceived as a “third term plan” by proxy.
On the broader political landscape, the APC stakeholders warned that recent actions targeting former Senate President Bukola Saraki could backfire. They argued that the move has generated public sympathy for Saraki and risks strengthening the opposition in the state.
“Many voters do not believe the allegations against Saraki and view the move as politically motivated,” the petition stated, adding that such actions could erode the APC’s support base and create unnecessary tension across communities.
The group also raised concerns about rising insecurity, accusing the governor of failing to visit affected communities or demonstrate adequate leadership during crises involving kidnappings and killings.
Appealing directly to President Tinubu, the petitioners urged him to intervene urgently and “call the governor to order” to prevent further damage to the party’s image and electoral chances in Kwara State.
They warned that unless decisive action is taken, the internal crisis could jeopardize the APC’s ability to retain control of the state in the 2027 elections.
