Former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives and All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial aspirant for Taraba Central, Honourable Babangida SM Nguroje, has shed light on his decision to step down from the race, emphasizing that the move was made in the interest of peace, unity, and party cohesion.
Nguroje stated that his withdrawal followed extensive consultations and interventions by key stakeholders within the party, who called on all aspirants to close ranks and strengthen the APC ahead of the general elections. The former lawmaker, who also served as Chairman of the Board of the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission, clarified that his decision was not driven by personal ambition but was the result of a painstaking and collective process.
In a statement issued in Abuja, Nguroje stressed that his withdrawal should not be interpreted as weakness but as a deliberate sacrifice for the overall good of the party and its electoral success. He maintained that politics should be understood as a platform for sacrifice, service, and responsibility, rather than individual gain.
Nguroje expressed deep concern over the socio-economic challenges facing Taraba Central Senatorial District, describing the situation as urgent and in need of sustained federal intervention. He highlighted the economic potential of the Mambilla Plateau, noting that harnessing the region's resources would help address long-standing issues of poverty, unemployment, and underdevelopment. He added that governance must remain people-focused.
According to him, politics should not end with elections but must continue as a commitment to responding to the needs and aspirations of the people. He urged his supporters to remain steadfast, expressing confidence that the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the leadership of Governor Kefas Agbu would eventually yield positive results for Taraba State.
