Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Gombe State have called on the party’s national and state leadership to reject any attempt by a former lawmaker, Ali JC, to join the party or secure its ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections.
JC was immediate past minority whip, former member of Peoples Democratic Party and member representing Billiri/ Balanga Federal Constituency of Gombe State.
He recently defected to All Progressives Congress.
The call was made in a strongly worded statement on Thursday by policy analyst and APC stakeholder, Kirgit Amlai, who warned that admitting the politician would undermine party unity and reward what he described as years of opposition and destabilisation against the ruling party.
Amlai urged key party figures, including Bola Tinubu, APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda, and Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Yahaya, to take a firm stand on the matter.
“The APC in Gombe State stands at a crossroads. The integrity, cohesion, and future of our party depend on the decisions we make today regarding membership and candidacy,” Amlai stated.
He alleged that Ali JC has a long history of opposition to the APC, citing a series of legal actions following his 2019 electoral defeat to Hon. Victor-Mela Danzaria.
According to Amlai, the cases, which spanned multiple courts, were “not a pursuit of justice but a calculated effort to drain party resources and distract from governance.”
“Rewarding such behaviour with a party ticket would set a dangerous precedent, signalling that obstructionism is a valid path to political advancement within our ranks,” he said.
The stakeholder also raised concerns over representation in the Balanga/Billiri Federal Constituency, noting that the Tangale-Waja people have yet to produce a governor or federal minister since 1999.
“Our constituency requires leadership committed to correcting these systemic imbalances. What we have seen instead is a culture of division and misinformation,” he added.
On performance, Amlai criticised Ali JC’s legislative record, alleging that he failed to build on key initiatives such as the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) Billiri project.
He further questioned claims attributed to the former lawmaker regarding large financial contributions to constituency projects, saying such assertions raise transparency concerns.
“In an era where the APC prides itself on accountability, such claims demand scrutiny, not endorsement,” he said.
Amlai also accused the politician of anti-party activities during the 2023 general elections, alleging that he and his supporters campaigned against APC candidates.
“To now seek entry into the APC is an affront to loyal members who worked tirelessly for the party’s success,” he said, mentioning party figures such as Hon. Alfred John Atajiri, Hon. Rambi Ibrahim Ayala, Hon. Tony Jonah Nakale, Engr. Ahmed Isa Billiri, and Hon. Musa Buba.
He maintained that the party must prioritise loyalty and principle over political convenience.
“Politics is about conviction, not convenience. The APC must not become a refuge for those who have spent years trying to dismantle its structure,” Amlai stated.
He concluded by urging the party leadership to safeguard its integrity ahead of the 2027 elections.
“For the peace of our constituency, the unity of Gombe State, and the credibility of our great party, the APC leadership must shut the door on Ali JC,” he said.
That’s true sir, we didn’t need JC anymore
Ali JC. COMING TO APC Will Course more ham than good .