Eight members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly have resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC). The lawmakers, including an ally of former Governor Abdul'aziz, cited insecurity, alleged injustice, and other issues affecting the wellbeing of the people as reasons for their decision. They expressed dissatisfaction with the party's inability to address challenges confronting the state, particularly the worsening security situation. The lawmakers can no longer remain in a party they believe has failed to provide adequate security for citizens.
The resigned lawmakers include Hon. Aliyu Ango Kagara, representing Talata Mafara South; Hon. Ibrahim Tukur Bakura, representing Bakura; Hon. Faruk Musa Dosara, representing Maradun I; and Hon. Barrister Bashir Abubakar Masama, representing Bukkuyum North. Others are Hon. Muktaru Nasiru Kaura (Kaura North), Hon. Nasiru Abdullahi (Maru North), Hon. Bashar Bello (Bungudu West), and Hon. Bashar Aliyu (Gummi I). Their resignation adds to the growing political developments within Zamfara APC.
The lawmakers did not immediately disclose their next political destination. The state APC publicity secretary, Hon. Ibrahim Danmadamin Birnin Magaji, said the party at the state level was yet to be officially notified. The party had only seen the resignation letters on social media platforms like other members of the public. Danmadamin added that the party would communicate its stand once it receives the copies officially.
The resigned lawmakers accused Governor Dauda Lawal's administration of failing to give adequate attention to insecurity affecting rural communities. Kagara said they decided to leave the APC because the party had failed to properly address insecurity and had allegedly turned down their earlier agreements. The lawmakers claimed their constituents in rural areas who voted them into power to address security concerns were not being given any attention.
Kagara further alleged that the lawmakers had gone for 32 months without receiving salaries, allowances, and other benefits due to them as elected members of the state House of Assembly. He said the people of Zamfara are in the best position to take action. A party official who spoke on condition of anonymity said he did not blame the lawmakers for leaving the APC, alleging that Governor Lawal had chosen to work with others instead of reconciling with some members.
The governor has not reacted to the allegation. However, it is understood that the lawmakers were on suspension before they left the APC. They were suspended for allegedly trying to impeach the speaker about a year ago. The development is part of the growing political changes within Zamfara APC, where internal disagreements and realignments have continued to shape the political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The resignation of the eight lawmakers has significant implications for the APC in Zamfara State. The party's ability to address the concerns of its members and the people of Zamfara will be crucial in determining its future in the state. The lawmakers' decision to leave the APC has also raised questions about the party's internal dynamics and its ability to manage internal conflicts.
Key points
- The eight lawmakers cited insecurity, alleged injustice, and other issues as reasons for their resignation from the APC.
- The lawmakers had gone for 32 months without receiving salaries, allowances, and other benefits due to them as elected members of the state House of Assembly.
- The resignation adds to the growing political developments within Zamfara APC, where internal disagreements and realignments have continued to shape the political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections.
