Rume made his position known during a meeting held on May 30, 2026, attended by stakeholders, political associates, and supporters from across Pankshin North.
Addressing the gathering, Rume urged his supporters to remain committed to the APC and work for the success of all the party's candidates in the forthcoming elections. He specifically called on them to rally behind Hon. Yokden following his emergence as the APC flag bearer for the constituency.
In a demonstration of party unity, supporters of Rume unanimously endorsed the decision and pledged their loyalty to the APC. They also expressed readiness to work with Yokden and other party stakeholders to secure victory for the party.
Hon. Rotshak G. Yokden, who later joined the meeting, thanked God for the successful completion of the APC primary election and commended Rume for what he described as a display of maturity, loyalty, sportsmanship, and statesmanship.
Yokden praised Rume for publicly accepting the outcome of the primary and mobilizing his supporters in support of the party's candidate, describing the gesture as rare in contemporary politics.
He assured Rume and his supporters that their trust and support would be appreciated and emphasized the need for collective efforts as the party prepares for future elections.
According to Yokden, Rume's consultations and political network across the constituency would be valuable to the APC's campaign efforts. He pledged to pursue an inclusive campaign that accommodates all interests and strengthens the party's chances ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Reaffirming his commitment to the APC, Rume pledged to continue working with party leaders, members, and supporters to strengthen the party's presence across Pankshin North.
He also thanked his supporters for their sacrifices, confidence, and steadfast support throughout his political aspiration, assuring them that their contributions would remain appreciated.
