Former Senator representing Kogi State, Dino Melaye, has openly admitted deep remorse over his previous support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) as he defects to new Party.
Former Kogi Senator Dino Melaye Expresses Deep Regret Over Past Support for APC, Pledges Commitment to ADC
Dino Melaye, a former senator representing Kogi State, has openly conveyed his deep remorse for previously supporting the All Progressives Congress (APC), a political decision he now considers to be a major misjudgment in his political career. He did not hold back in describing his past affiliation with the APC as a critical error, asserting that his experience with the party was an eye-opener that ultimately led to a significant shift in his political outlook.
Dino Melaye Airs his thoughts
During an appearance on Channels Television’s widely followed political program, Politics Today, which aired on Friday, Melaye stated in unequivocal terms, “Once I was blind, now I can see. I regret in totality.” This poignant statement reflected a complete reversal in his stance, underscoring the depth of his disillusionment with the party he once actively promoted. His change of heart was accompanied by a heartfelt appeal for forgiveness from Nigerians and political observers, particularly for having previously aligned himself with what he now refers to as an “unholy tendency.”
Dino Melaye continued his critique by emphasizing the moral and political imperative to disassociate from entities or ideologies that, in his words, do not serve the best interests of the nation. “Anyone who has walked in alliance with the devil or has embraced unholy political ideologies should indeed feel remorse,” he remarked. This strong language further illustrated his determination to distance himself from his past associations with the APC.
Dino Melaye Registers with new party
His departure from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and subsequent official defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on July 31 marked a new chapter in his political journey. He cited mounting frustrations and growing disenchantment with the PDP as reasons for his exit, explaining that the party had, in his view, failed to demonstrate the strength or vision required to rescue Nigeria from its current array of political and socio-economic challenges. According to him, the PDP lacked both the vitality and capacity necessary to lead the nation away from its deepening crisis.
Dino Melaye did not mince words in his condemnation of the current APC-led administration, attributing Nigeria’s deteriorating socio-economic conditions directly to its governance. He lamented the widespread hunger, unemployment, and hardship being experienced across the country, noting that the dire state of affairs was evident to all. “You don’t need a prophet to see what’s happening in Nigeria,” he declared. “It is visible even to the blind and audible to the deaf. Hunger has gripped the land, and people in rural areas are dying of malnutrition.”
Dino Melaye – Thoughts on the coming Elections
Looking ahead, the former lawmaker expressed optimism about the future, particularly as it concerns the 2027 general elections. He revealed a firm belief in the African Democratic Congress’s potential to become a credible and formidable force capable of challenging and defeating President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Melaye stressed the importance of establishing a stable and inclusive political platform within the ADC, one that could unify citizens and attract capable leadership.
“Especially for those of us now in the ADC,” he said, “we are committed to building a strong and dependable platform. I am confident that this party will present a credible presidential candidate who can unseat President Bola Tinubu in the upcoming 2027 elections.”
In summary, Dino Melaye’s public statements mark a significant realignment in his political stance. They reflect both a personal reckoning with his past political choices and a renewed commitment to fostering change through a different political platform—one he believes is better equipped to meet the needs and expectations of the Nigerian people.
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