Segun Sowunmi, a prominent ally of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has stated that if he ever chooses to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), he would join the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing his respect for President Bola Tinubu and former President Muhammadu Buhari.
Speaking during an appearance on TVC’s Your View, Sowunmi explained that his admiration for both leaders stems from their political consistency and stability.
“I’ve always said it: if I ever leave the PDP, I’m going to the APC,” he said. “Why? Because at least I can accept that the two main pillars of the APC—President Buhari and President Tinubu—are stable people. They haven’t jumped from one political tendency to another and have remained steady since 1998.”
Sowunmi, who served as the spokesperson for Atiku’s 2023 presidential campaign, criticised the PDP’s internal conflicts and lack of direction, suggesting that these issues could influence his decision to exit the party.
“If PDP leaders insist on destroying the party, I will consider my options. But before joining the APC, I would consult my friend Felix Morka, the APC National Publicity Secretary, study the party’s constitution, and then make an informed decision,” he stated.
He also expressed disapproval of the coalition efforts spearheaded by Atiku, arguing that such political manoeuvring contributes to instability within the party.
“One of the reasons I’m irritated by this coalition talk is because I don’t see how responsible political actors can keep switching platforms. I don’t support that. If I must leave PDP, I want to go to a party that offers long-term political stability,” he said.
Once a vocal critic of Tinubu, Sowunmi admitted that his perspective has shifted since meeting with the President.
In a recent interview on Channels TV, he noted that the meeting gave him better insight into Tinubu’s policies and leadership vision.
“I’ve known Tinubu since 1994, and I can work with him,” he said, adding that he believes the President is “smarter than all his political rivals,” including Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi.
