… Calls for Massive Support for Tinubu, Wike
By Joyce Remi-Babayeju
The Chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council, AMAC, Hon. Christopher Zakka Maikalangu has defected to the All Progressives Congress, APC from
the People’s Democratic Party, PDP.
Speaking after his official defection at the APC Unity Rally which took place on Thursday at the Old Parade Ground in Abuja,Maikalangu said,”Today marks a defining moment in my political journey. I stand before you not just as your Chairman, but as your servant-leader who remains committed to the progress, peace, and prosperity of our great Area Council.”
“After careful consultations with stakeholders, community leaders, youths and women groups, and the good people of AMAC, I have decided to officially join the All Progressives Congress (APC).”
“Let me be clear, this move is not about personal ambition. It is about aligning AMAC with thooe ocenter of power so o ooo can unlock greater opportunities for our people.”
” It is about ensuring that the dividends of democracy reach every corner of our communities-from Nyanya to Karshi, from Karu to Jikwoyi, from Garki to Wuse.”
“We have already felt the positive impact in AMAC through federal appointments given to sons and daughters of the FCT and through projects championed by the Tinubu-led administration.”
“In the same vein, in the history of democracy in Nigeria, this is the first time the good people of FCT are been recognized in the Federal Executive Council, by the appointment of a worthy son of the soil Hon. Dr. Zephaniah Bitrus Jisalo, as the Minister of Special Duties and Inter-governmental Affairs.”
He also appreciated Mr. President for the appointment of an FCT indigene as the FCT Head of Civil Service, and also the establishment of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Federal Polytechnic in Gwarimpa.”
“To our political family, let me assure you this is not a goodbye. I am still the same M111aikalangu you know. I remain accessible, accountable, and committed to inclusive governance. My administration will continue to deliver people-oriented projects, empower our youth and women, and strengthen grassroots democracy.”
“Let us work together, not as members of different parties, but as people united in the pursuit of a better future for AMAC. With this move, I believe we are positioning ourselves to attract more federal support, development programs, and infrastructure that will uplift our communities”, the AMAC Chairman said.
Maikalangu thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the National Chairman of APC, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the National Working Committee of our great party, the Minister of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, Hon. Zephaniah Jisalo, and Chairman APC FCT , Alhaji Abdulmalik Usman, the AMAC Party Chairman, and other party excos, for their support and vision for Abuja.
“I pledge my loyalty to the APC family and reaffirm my commitment to always put the people of AMAC first. Let’s move forward together. The best days of AMAC are ahead of us.”
He stated that the appointment of Barr. Nyesom Wike as the FCT Minister by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Federal Capital Territory, FCT has replicated the Renewed Hope Agenda in action. Roads via roads infrastructure, improved security and better life for the people.
Meanwhile, Maikalangu has assured his teeming supporters of his determination to carry them along.
He said,” I won’t abandon my supporters as a result of joining the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).”
While welcoming Maikalangu to the ruling party, the National Chairman of APC, Senator Abdullahi Ganduje, pointed that the good works of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has made all the area councils in the FCT to embrace APC.
He stated that Maikalangu took the best decision by joining the ruling party, even as he urged AMAC residents to continue support the AMAC Chairman.
