LP Plateau Senator Victor Lar Returns to APC, Hails Tinubu’s Leadership as Catalyst for Political Shift

 

Senator Victor Lar, a prominent figure in Plateau State politics and former member of the Labour Party's National Campaign Council in the 2023 general elections, has officially returned to the All Progressives Congress (APC), bringing along a wave of supporters.

Once a staunch member of the APC, Lar had previously parted ways with the party, citing unresolved grievances. However, he has now retraced his steps, declaring the move to be a deliberate and collective decision. According to him, the conditions that triggered his earlier exit have been comprehensively resolved, paving the way for a renewed partnership.

Addressing the press during his return, Senator Lar emphasized that the decision to rejoin the APC was not just his alone, but a sentiment shared by many of his political allies. He highlighted that the strides made by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration played a pivotal role in reshaping perceptions and attracting politicians back to the party. His words echoed a broader sentiment: that the APC is regaining lost ground and growing in popularity, even more than previously projected.

The defection was far from a quiet affair. Lar was accompanied by notable political actors including the Minority Leader of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Hon. Nandang Bako, and several key figures from the Labour Party's southern zone leadership. Their joint move, according to Lar, signifies a renewed commitment to contribute meaningfully to the APC’s development and strategic repositioning within the state.

Senator Lar asserted that the reintegration into the APC was not driven by personal interest but by the desire to inject fresh energy into the party’s structure and operations. He promised that the new members would work tirelessly to strengthen the APC’s foundation and expand its appeal across Plateau State.

Their return was warmly received by Rt. Hon. Rufus Bature, the APC State Chairman, who described the development as a historic milestone in Plateau’s political evolution. He noted that the reentry of a political heavyweight like Senator Lar is set to alter the dynamics of the state's political landscape. Bature hinted that more influential figures from rival parties are on the verge of crossing over to the APC, describing the situation as a looming “political tsunami.”

The APC chairman praised the boldness of the decision and assured the returning members of full reintegration. He reiterated that every member, new or old, would enjoy equal rights and privileges within the party, with no room for marginalization or internal divisions.

With the political climate in Plateau State heating up, the return of Senator Lar and his associates is already triggering speculation about a realignment of power structures ahead of future elections. Observers believe this move could significantly boost the APC’s influence and trigger a ripple effect across the region’s political terrain.