Former Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, has expressed concern over the significant drop in votes for the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Speaking at the APC’s Stakeholders Forum in Lagos, where President Bola Tinubu was endorsed for a second term, Fashola questioned whether the party’s policies still align with its traditional support base.
Fashola highlighted that while the APC’s closest opposition previously secured about one-third of the votes, the current scenario shows a worrying decline. He emphasized the need to examine why voter turnout has decreased and whether traditional supporters are still engaged.
He stressed the importance of having a well-documented membership register to effectively engage and mobilize voters. Fashola questioned if the party has adequate records of its members to facilitate outreach and participation.
Fashola also addressed the need for party policies to resonate with the public. He questioned if current initiatives still connect with the party’s core supporters and urged for honest assessments to address these challenges.
Additionally, Fashola raised concerns about youth involvement in the APC. He questioned why children of party leaders are not actively participating and emphasized the need to make political activities relevant to younger generations.
He suggested that APC should function like any other club in universities, where young people can join and participate actively. Fashola believes that increasing youth engagement is crucial for the party’s future.
In conclusion, Fashola called for honest dialogue and strategic actions to re-energize the party’s base. He stressed that these efforts are essential for success in upcoming elections.
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