James Faleke, the House of Representatives member representing Ikeja Federal Constituency has withdrawn from the Kogi State governorship election.
Faleke who is also the Secretary of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council withdrew from the governorship race after he failed to appear before the Senator Abubakar Sodangi-led panel which screened all aspirants of the APC, reports held.
Falake had obtained his Expression of Interest and Nomination Form through his supporters across the three senatorial zones.
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The law maker however reportedly changed his mind not the contest the governorship election.
According to him, his decision was in the defence of national interest.
He said:
“I am of the opinion that my personal interest must not override national interest. I, alongside several other supporters, worked hard for the election of our leader, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as President-elect of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. It would be out of place for me to jump out of the team to start pursuing personal goals.
“The people that bought form on my behalf meant well and I appreciate them. I am pleading with them and my other numerous supporters in Kogi State to see the larger picture and to note that I am still with them in spirit, body and soul. I will continue to contribute to the development of the state.”
The development was also confirmed by the APC-PCC’s secretary, according to reports.
The screening took place ahead of the November 2023 governorship election primary for the party which is scheduled for April 10.
