Oyegun’s Finesse Led to APC’s Historic Victory, Says Atiku

 APC National Chairman, Chief John Oyegun

Onyebuchi Ezigbo in Abuja
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said Nigeria’s democratic struggle for good governance will be incomplete without the recognition of the unquantifiable contributions of the APC National Chairman, Chief John Oyegun, who admirably led the opposition to power for the first time in Nigeria’s political history.

Atiku also gave Oyegun credit for sustaining the unity of APC even after the momentary turmoil that hit the party following the crisis in the National Assembly.

In a tribute to the APC national chairman on the occasion of his 76th birthday anniversary, the former vice-president noted that Oyegun “demonstrated admirable leadership finesse and sagacity that propelled the party to victory during the 2015 general election.”

According to Atiku, the story of opposition parties’ merger in Nigeria to oust PDP from power would also be incomplete without recognising Oyegun’s effective leadership.

He explained that holding the opposition partners together despite efforts by the former ruling party was no mean achievement, and that Oyegun deserved credit for being “a capable captain in a rough political sea.”

The former vice-president said sustaining unity is one of the greatest tests of any leader, and that Oyegun demonstrated the requisite qualities remarkably.

Atiku who described Oyegun as one of the finest and gentle politicians he has ever known and interacted with, added that there is a lot of great virtues to learn from the APC national chairman.

“I will always be proud of our leader who, despite all odds, led a formidable struggle to dislodge the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from power after 16 years of political dominance. This is an admirable record for which Oyegun deserves our respect. May God continue to grant him more wisdom, good health and long life in the service of Nigerians,” Atiku concluded.