A Senior Special Assistant to Katsina State Governor Dikko Umar Radda, Hon. Nuu'man Muhammad Imam, has resigned from his position amid reported tensions between political camps linked to the governor and former Governor Aminu Bello Masari. Imam served as Senior Special Assistant on Community Development Programme and Coordinator for the Batagarawa/Charanchi/Rimi Federal Constituency. He announced his resignation in a letter dated October 5, 2026, citing careful consideration.
Imam expressed gratitude to Governor Radda for his support and confidence, and thanked the Katsina State Government for the opportunity to serve. He described his time in office as an opportunity to gain valuable exposure and serve the people. Imam's resignation follows several other departures from the Radda administration, including former Katsina Hisbah Commander-General Aminu Usman and Deputy Commander of Operations Muhammad Shitu Maslaha.
The series of resignations has generated political interest due to its timing, coming as political activity intensifies ahead of the 2027 elections. Reports have linked some of the departures to alleged differences within the Katsina APC, particularly between Governor Radda and political figures associated with the camp of former Governor Masari. However, there has been no official confirmation from either side that the resignations are connected to such a dispute.
Despite public efforts by the APC to project unity in the state, speculation surrounding the resignations continues. In September, party stakeholders passed a vote of confidence in Governor Radda and pledged their support for the party ahead of the 2027 elections. Radda also secured the APC governorship ticket for a second term in May through a consensus arrangement attended by major party stakeholders, including former governors Masari and Ibrahim Shehu Shema.
The recent departures have raised questions about whether they are routine administrative changes or part of a broader political realignment in Katsina ahead of 2027. Imam's resignation letter stated that he had deemed it necessary to step aside from his role after careful consideration. His decision has not been made lightly, and he expressed appreciation for the privilege of serving the state.
Other notable resignations from the Radda administration include former Pilgrims Welfare Board Chairman Kabir Bature, Special Adviser on Youth Development Abubakar Tsanni, and Senior Special Assistant on Project Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation, Fadila Dalhatu. The timing of these resignations has sparked interest in the state's political landscape, particularly in light of the upcoming elections.
Attention is likely to remain focused on the implications of the recent departures for the Katsina APC and the 2027 elections. The party's efforts to project unity in the state may be put to the test as the election season approaches. The situation will likely continue to be monitored closely by political observers and stakeholders in the state.
Key points
- Resignations in Katsina state deepen speculation over a reported rift between Governor Dikko Umar Radda and former Governor Aminu Bello Masari.
- The series of resignations has generated political interest due to its timing, coming as political activity intensifies ahead of the 2027 elections.
- The recent departures have raised questions about whether they are routine administrative changes or part of a broader political realignment in Katsina ahead of 2027.
