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By Our Correspondent
In a bold and unapologetic declaration that has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s political landscape, former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, has reaffirmed his unwavering loyalty to President Muhammadu Buhari and the All Progressives Congress (APC) — a party he claims to have personally named.
Speaking during a public engagement in Abuja, Sirika made it crystal clear that he’s not swayed by recent political realignments or the growing criticism of the former President.
“I remain in APC — I named it, I won’t leave it. If you hate Buhari, hate me too. Wherever he goes, I go.”
The statement, which has since gone viral, comes at a time when some political heavyweights have been distancing themselves from Buhari’s legacy and realigning with new power blocs ahead of the 2027 elections.
Sirika’s comments are being viewed as a direct response to growing murmurs within and outside the APC over the direction of the party post-Buhari. But for Sirika, loyalty isn’t negotiable.
“I didn’t just serve in Buhari’s government — I believed in his vision. If that makes me unpopular, so be it. I’d rather stand with integrity than dance with opportunism.”
Political analysts say Sirika’s fiery affirmation may signal the beginning of a deeper internal battle within the APC, as loyalists to the Buhari era dig in, while others seek to reinvent the party in line with new political dynamics.
Reactions have been swift. Some party faithfuls hailed Sirika’s loyalty as “rare and commendable,” while critics questioned his continued alignment with policies and decisions many believe contributed to Nigeria’s economic and security challenges.
Still, the former minister appears unfazed, standing by both his past and his principles.
As Nigeria’s political terrain continues to shift, Hadi Sirika has planted his flag firmly — in the APC camp, under the banner of loyalty to Buhari.
And if the message wasn’t clear enough: Hate Buhari? Then hate me too.
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