Bisi Akande Highlights Contrasting Backgrounds of APC and PDP, Emphasizes Differences

Bisi Akande, a former Governor of Osun State and the first interim Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has underscored the differences between the APC and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), emphasizing their distinct backgrounds and approaches to governance.

In an interview on Channels TV, Akande rejected the notion that the APC and PDP are similar, stating that they emerge from contrasting historical contexts.

According to Akande, the PDP has its roots in military incursion into governance, with its original leaders comprising soldiers who reluctantly relinquished power or individuals with close ties to the military establishment.

In contrast, Akande described the APC as emerging from a background of opposition to the military’s hold on governance.

He highlighted the APC’s foundation in discussions, opposition, examination, and review as opposed to the military’s top-down command structure.

Akande elaborated on the differences in mentality between military and civil administrations, noting that while military governance tends to be characterized by a command-and-obey structure without room for debate, civil administration requires collective understanding and constant debate.

He criticized the military’s approach to governance, describing it as a “bundle of impunity” where leaders’ commands are to be obeyed without question, regardless of their wisdom.

In contrast, Akande portrayed the APC as a party rooted in democratic principles, where decisions are made through discussions and mutual agreement.

Overall, Akande’s remarks aimed to draw a clear distinction between the APC and PDP, highlighting their differing origins and approaches to governance.