Yari debunks claims of working with Atiku to set up new party
By Jeffrey Agbo
Senator Abdulaziz Yari (APC, Zamfara West) has discredited claims that he is involved in a process that will lead to the formation of a new political party.
The former governor of Zamfara State, according to a report, allegedly held talks with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Senator Abdul Ningi about forming a new party.
In a statement on Wednesday, Yari’s media office said he is one of the leaders of the APC and is committed to the party’s vision.
“The Media Office of His Excellency, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, the Senator representing Zamfara West in the Nigerian Senate and a former Governor of Zamfara State, categorically denies the recent media reports that suggest Senator Yari’s involvement in the formation of a new political party,” the statement reads.
“Senator Yari, as a leader of the APC in Zamfara, is fully committed to the attainment of the party’s vision for Nigeria.
“As a member of the legislature, Senator Yari has worked hand-in-hand with his colleagues in the 10th Senate to strengthen the agenda of the party in the National Assembly and foster collaboration to address the challenges facing the nation.
“Senator Yari remains firmly committed to the APC and dedicated to working collaboratively with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to improve the lives of all Nigerians.”
Atiku, meanwhile, earlier said he is working for the merger of opposition parties, not creation of a new one.