Plateau State politics has taken a dramatic turn with the resignation of a former governorship aspirant from the All Progressives Congress (APC). Brigadier General John Sura (rtd) had joined the APC in 2025, but his tenure was short-lived.
Sura's decision to leave the APC is a significant development in the state's political landscape. The retired army officer cited the support and cooperation he received from party members as a reason for his appreciation. However, it is unclear what prompted his sudden departure.
General Sura's resignation takes immediate effect, according to a statement obtained by journalists in Jos. The statement was signed by the former aspirant himself.
Sources close to Sura indicate that he is expected to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the coming days.
The sudden departure of Brigadier General John Sura from the APC raises questions about the party's ability to retain key figures in Plateau State. Sura's brief tenure in the APC highlights the party's struggles to maintain cohesion within its ranks. The ADC's potential recruitment of Sura could be a strategic move to bolster its presence in Plateau State, but it remains to be seen if this will translate to tangible gains for the party. As Nigerians, we must hold our leaders accountable for their actions and decisions, and the implications of these actions on our daily lives.
