In a political realignment set to reverberate across Adamawa State, former APC gubernatorial aspirant Abdulrahaman Bashir Haske has formally announced his departure from the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Allied Peoples Movement (APM).
In a strongly worded statement announcing the decision, Haske described the move as a step driven by conviction, purpose, and a renewed commitment to the people of Adamawa State.
The decision comes against the backdrop of his dissatisfaction with the conduct of the last APC governorship primary in Adamawa, which he has criticized as an imposition of candidates rather than a genuine reflection of internal democracy and the will of party members.
For Haske, the development is more than a change of platform — it is, in his words, the beginning of “a new chapter” and a broader mission to change the way politics is practised in Adamawa.
“Every political journey reaches moments that demand courage, reflection and a clear sense of direction. This is one of those moments,” Haske declared.
He insisted his exit from the APC was not born of political expediency, but of a determination to pursue a path anchored on purpose, conviction, responsive leadership, and the interests of the people.
In what reads as a direct message to party leaders, stakeholders, and the people of Adamawa, Haske maintained that politics must move beyond old patterns and embrace a new culture of participation, accountability, and respect for the electorate.
“The message is simple: politics must evolve, leadership must listen, and Adamawa must come first,” he said.
His declaration underscores what he considers a fundamental principle of democratic politics — that parties must offer credible avenues for members to participate meaningfully in choosing their leaders and candidates. Democracy, he argued, cannot flourish where the aspirations of party members are subordinated to decisions made by a select few.
With his move to the APM, Haske positions himself on what he calls “a different platform, a bigger mission and a clear direction.” His declaration is likely to stir fresh conversation within Adamawa’s political circles — over the future of opposition politics, internal party democracy, and the growing push for reform ahead of future elections.
For Haske, though, the central question is not which party carries his name, but what kind of political system can best serve the people of Adamawa.
“A new chapter begins today. A different platform. A bigger mission. A clear direction,” he said, capturing the philosophy behind his political migration.
The move marks a significant new phase in Haske’s political journey — and could reshape the political alignments taking shape as Adamawa’s key actors begin positioning for the battles ahead.
