Ex-NTA Presenter, Modele Sarafa-Yusuf Resigns From APC

Former NTA Sports Presenter and public affairs commentator, Modele Sarafa-Yusuf, has resigned her membership of the All Progressives Congress, APC.

 

In a statement released on Wednesday, August 27, 2026, Sarafa-Yusuf said the decision followed “an extended period of travelling and spending time with family and following much thought and quiet reflection”.

 

She disclosed that she had formally informed the leadership of the party in Ogun State and submitted her resignation letter.

Sarafa-Yusuf described her time in the APC as significant to her growth in politics and public service.

“My time in the APC has been an important part of my political journey, and I am grateful for the people I have met, the relationships I have built and the experiences that have shaped my understanding of public service and leadership,” she said.

However, she added that there comes a time when “one must have the courage to reassess one’s path.”

The former broadcaster stressed that her resignation from the party does not mean a withdrawal from public life.

“At this point in my journey, I believe it is important to consider carefully how best I can continue to contribute to Ogun State and Nigeria, and I am comfortable taking the time to make that decision thoughtfully,” she stated.

“What I know with certainty is that my commitment to public service remains undiminished. I will continue to be guided by the same values that brought me into public life: service, integrity, inclusion, competence, and a genuine desire to make a difference.”

“It is, therefore, important to reiterate that I am not stepping away from public service. I am taking the next step in the journey. And sometimes, moving forward requires giving oneself the space to reflect, to listen, and to decide with clarity where one truly wants to go.”

Sarafa-Yusuf said she will return to her professional and business commitments after her holiday, while taking time to determine the form her next phase of political engagement will take.

She concluded by wishing the APC and all members of the party well.

Sarafa-Yusuf is a respected media personality who served as a sports presenter with NTA and has been active in Ogun State politics and advocacy over the years.