The United Kingdom (UK) Chapter of All Progressives Congress (APC) has reaffirmed its commitment to promote the ideas of the party in the UK and also bring about the best leadership that the party in the diaspora requires.
The party chapter gave this commitment in a statement signed by its Publicity Secretary, Councillor Tunde Ajisola, following the election of its new executive members that would steer the ship of the party in the UK for the next four years.
The congress leading to the emergence of the new Exco led by Hon.Tunde Doherty was held last Saturday, June 29, 2024, with 19 new members elected in a free and fair election.
The party chapter assured that the newly-elected executive headed by Doherty would bring their wealth of experiences and a track record of excellence to this set target, noting that the new chairman had been an active and influential member of the community, known for his unwavering commitment to the principles and values of the APC.
“His leadership qualities, strategic vision, and ability to unite and inspire people have been evident throughout his career.
“As Chairman, Hon. Doherty has also outlined a clear and ambitious vision for APC UK and his priorities are to strengthen party unity, commitment to fostering a spirit of inclusiveness and collaboration within our party and also ensuring that all members feel valued and heard.
“The new leadership of our party in the UK is ready to engage the Diaspora community.
“It is our plan to enhance our engagement with the Nigerian diaspora in the UK, creating platforms for meaningful interaction and contribution to the development of both the UK and Nigeria.
“We will also advance policy advocacy and we will focus more on advocating for policies that benefit our community, promoting economic empowerment, educational advancement, and social justice as well as encouraging grassroots participation.
“Part of our aims is to increase grassroots involvement in party activities and also ensure that our initiatives resonate with the people and are supported by the broader community.
“We will also work on strengthening UK-Nigeria relations and we will work towards fostering stronger ties between the UK and Nigeria, leveraging the strengths of the diaspora to contribute to Nigeria’s growth and development.
“We are confident that under Hon. Doherty’s leadership, APC UK will continue to grow and thrive, making significant contributions to our community and beyond. His vision and dedication will undoubtedly guide us towards achieving our collective goals.
“Now that we have a full house as members of the APC UK executive, we look forward to a future that is filled with promise and progress under the capable leadership of Hon. Tunde Doherty as the chairman of the party in the United Kingdom,” the statement read.
Ajisola, however, extended his appreciation to the national chairman of the party, Abdullahi Ganduje; the National Secretary, Dr. Ajibola Basiru; the Special Adviser (SA) on Policy and Strategy to the Chairman, High Chief Omoniyi Akinsiji and all members of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) for the successful conduct of the 2024 APC UK Congress.
The newly elected members of the APC UK executive include: the Chairman, Hon. Tunde Doherty;
Deputy Chairman (North), Dr. Bonat Dauda; Deputy Chairman (South), Hon. Olumuyiwa Adesua; Secretary, Chief Momoh Yusuf Obaro, Deputy Secretary, Hon. Ayokunle Agunbiade; Woman Leader, Hon. Susan Jegunmah, Deputy Woman Leader, Hajia Mariam Muazu; Youth Leader, Hajia Sekinat Adams and Deputy Youth Leader, Hon. Tunmise Ajiboye.
Others are: the Financial Secretary, Hon. Bernard Doro; Deputy Financial Secretary, Alhaji Ganiu Adejumo; Treasurer, Hon. Yemi Kolawole-Taiwo; Deputy Treasurer, Hon. Abimbola Fasanu; Welfare Secretary, Dr. Cal Amayo; Deputy Welfare Secretary, Ambassador Jamila Zanna Muhammad; Organizing Secretary, Dr. Mustapha Bello and the Deputy Organizing Secretary, Dr. Adeleye Jasper Elisha.
The rest are: Auditor, Babatunde S Hamzat; Deputy Auditor, Dr. Elfreda Onunkwo; Legal Adiser, Hon. Adegboyega Ajibade; Deputy Legal Adiser, Dr. Jude U Erika; Publicity Secretary, Councillor Tunde Ajisola;
Deputy Publicity Secretary, Hon. Vincent Akin Williams; Leader of the People Living With Disability (PLWD), Hon. Ayorinde Amoko and Deputy Leader of the People Living With Disability (PLWD), Hon. Olufunmilayo Adesanya.
Members of the Ex-Officio include: Chief Adekemi Kalejaiye, Dr. Justus Timothy Yusuf, Dr. Charles Orjiakor, among others.
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