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APC diaspora pledges support for Yilwatda

Accordind to the statement, his tenure would foster party growth, unity, and national development.

• August 3, 2025
Nentawe Yilwatda
Nentawe Yilwatda [Credit; PUNCH Newspaper]

The All Progressives Congress (APC), Diaspora Chapter in Italy, has pledged its support for Nentawe Yilwatda following his appointment as the party’s national chairman.

This is stated in a congratulatory message issued on Saturday and jointly signed by Okpioba Iredia Osakue, protem chairman, and Benedict Obafueko, assistant general secretary.

“We wish to extend our profound congratulations on your appointment as the new Chairman of the APC in Nigeria.

“This prestigious appointment is a testament to your dedication, leadership, and commitment to the party’s ideals and values,” the statement read.

The APC Italy chapter expressed full support for Mr Yilwatda’s leadership, stating confidence that his tenure would foster party growth, unity, and national development. 

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