The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Upstream), Rt. Hon. Alhassan Ado Doguwa, has tendered an unreserved apology to the Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over recent statements attributed to him.
He reaffirmed his position as a staunch promoter of the party and expressed his unwavering loyalty.
The Osun APC, through its spokesperson, Mr. Kola Olabisi, had alleged that Doguwa’s remarks during this year’s Ede Day celebrations were misconstrued to discredit the party.
Representing the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, at the event held in Ede last Saturday, Doguwa’s comments were allegedly misrepresented to paint the APC in a negative light.
Responding swiftly, Doguwa, who represents Doguwa/Tudun Wada Federal Constituency of Kano State, clarified that his remarks were taken out of context by the Osun State chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). He maintained that he has always been a committed advocate for the APC, a party he helped establish.
“I was quoted out of context. The PDP media team in Osun deliberately twisted my light-hearted remarks to attack our party. It’s unfortunate that my innocent comments were exploited for cheap political points,” he said.
Apologising to the Osun APC, Doguwa stated: “I wish to tender my sincere and heartfelt apologies to the APC family in Osun State. Please accept my unreserved apology. By God’s grace, the PDP’s time in Osun is coming to an end. In 2026, our party will reclaim the state, Insha Allah.”
He reiterated his loyalty to the APC, saying:
“I remain a loyal and proud member of the APC, the largest political party in Africa. As a founding member, I see myself as a chief promoter of our party, not just in Kano but across Nigeria.
“I urge my APC compatriots in Osun to accept my apologies for any misunderstanding that may have arisen from my comments. I never intended to undermine or embarrass our great party for any reason. Thank you.”
Signed:
Rt. Hon. Alhassan Ado Doguwa, OON
Sardaunan Rano
Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Upstream)
Chairman, Northern Regional Caucus, 10th House of Representatives
10 December 2024
