Politics, as noble as it appears, can often become a crushing weight when not balanced with fairness, recognition, and reward for loyalty. The recent defection of General John Sura from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) must therefore be seen, not through the narrow lens of “personal interest,” but through the broader reality of how our political system sometimes undervalues those who labor sincerely for its success.
General Sura is not an ordinary party man. He is a grassroots mobilizer, a voice of conviction, and a man whose influence resonates across communities. During the 2023 elections, his dedication, energy, and sacrifices contributed immensely to the success of the PDP in Plateau State. His open endorsement of Governor Mutfwang and his continuous defense of the party’s ideals were not mere words — they were acts of political courage and commitment.
However, in the aftermath of victory, many like General Sura were left in the cold. Promises faded, recognition was delayed, and the same people who carried the burden of the campaign were made to feel expendable. Politics is indeed a game of loyalty, but loyalty without reward becomes a burden too heavy to bear. As the saying goes, “A labourer deserves his wages.”
When people who gave their time, resources, and reputation for a cause feel neglected, it is only natural for discontent to set in. Defection in such cases is not always about greed; sometimes, it is about dignity, fairness, and the need to realign with a system that acknowledges one’s worth. General Sura’s decision to move to the APC may therefore be seen as a search for a platform that values contribution and compensates effort.
To reduce his action to “personal interest” is to ignore the deeper crisis of reward and recognition that plagues our politics today. It is a reminder that every successful political structure must build a system that sustains loyalty through justice, not empty promises.
Politics, at its core, is a partnership — one that must be nurtured through mutual respect and appreciation. When that partnership becomes one-sided, defection becomes not betrayal, but self-preservation.
General Sura’s move is not a protest of failure; it is a stand for fairness. His voice, influence, and passion for his people will continue to echo wherever he stands. And in a democracy, that choice must be respected.
In the end, politics is indeed a crushing weight — but only for those who carry it alone without the proper support, reward, and recognition they rightfully deserve.
WALBE ORGAK
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