The Team New Nigeria (TNN) that supported the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2015 elections has dumped the APC and its commenced registration as a new political party.
According to the group, President Bola Tinubu has failed Nigerians, its national president, Modibbo Yakubun Farakwai, said at the official inauguration of the Kano State Harmonisation Committee on Sunday.
Farakwai stated that the party has registered over 26 million Nigerians so far and has since created its logo, manifesto, party constitution and a flag which it had submitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
“Today, every responsible Nigerian is looking beyond the APC government. Hence, let us assure you that we in the TNN have been preparing for the future in right earnest.
“We understand that our people are hungry for change but they are not looking only for a change in government and political party, with some new faces replacing old ones, Nigerians want to see a change in the culture and efficacy of governance.
“They want to see genuine change in the way government functions at all levels. I therefore would like to seize this opportunity to tell you that with your support, the TNN will provide not only an alternative government but an alternative culture of governance rooted in the ideals of democracy.
“We have embarked upon this nationwide program of rallies to start a new dialogue with the good people of Nigeria in the new situation that has arisen in the country. We have gone to the extent of developing a flag, a logo, a name, constitution, manifesto and proceeded to engage with the Independent Electoral Commission, INEC, informing them of our desire to register the TNN as a political party” he stated.
“In pursuance of these objectives, we have so far achieved the formation of TNN administrative and mobilisation structure across the Six (6) Geo-Political Zones, the Thirty-Six (36) states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), and the Seven Hundred and Seventy-Four (774) Local Government An (LGA) of Nigeria.
“Amongst us are well-meaning Nigerians from all walks of life, from all professional and from all tribes and religions. Our binding forces are brotherhood, humanity, patriotism and the love for a greater Nigeria.
“In the coming weeks, a national rollout of plans will happen in the TNN, the first of which is the presentation of the TNN’s Manifesto, book and newspaper The mission of Team New Nigeria is simple and it is to promote equity and justice, ensure equal opportunity for all Nigerians irrespective of gender, ethnicity, location and religion.
“As a political party, Team New Nigeria is stepping forward at this critical time to offer Nigerians a brand- new platform to actualise their aspirations to take part in the management of Nigeria hy playing effective roles and determining the leadership emergence process from their immediate environment” he added.
He further stated, that “The leadership of Team New Nigeria acknowledges the registration of twenty six million, three hundred and eighty two thousand members nationwide. We have also approved the allocation of additional membership registration materials for Kano State.
“The Harmonisation Committee is implored to work towards the registration of more people without delay. The Membership Registration form is free. Not for sale” he added.