The Lagos chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed suggestions that the party is prioritising politics ahead of governance.
Mr. Seye Oladejo, Lagos APC spokesperson, said this in a statement on Friday while reacting to remarks by Bala Mohammed, governor of Bauchi, accusing the APC and the federal government of playing politics ahead of the 2027 elections.
Oladejo described the accusation as “a misplaced outburst”, insisting that President Bola Tinubu and the APC are focused on reforms in the economy, security, infrastructure, and institutional development.
His words: “Tinubu, the APC remains fully focused on its governance agenda — with bold reforms in economy, security, infrastructure, and institutional development.
“This administration has chosen to face the tough challenges of nation-building head-on, while some in the opposition are busy grandstanding in the media and chasing shadows.
“We also urge Gov. Mohammed to look to Lagos as an example of what consistent, visionary, and people-centred governance under the APC can achieve.
“Governance is not a press statement; it is the hard work of delivering real results. The APC is not distracted by 2027. When the time for elections comes, our performance will be our campaign.”
Oladejo said while the APC respects the right of opposition leaders to express their views, it was ironic and regrettable that such a statement would come from Mohammed.
He urged the governor to focus on addressing the needs of Bauchi residents instead of attacking the APC and the federal government.
“We encourage Gov. Mohammed to channel his energy into addressing the pressing developmental needs of the good people of Bauchi State,” he added.
