The Kebbi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has revoked the suspension of its chairman, Alhaji Abubakar Muhammad Kana-Zuru, and reinstated him with immediate effect. This decision was announced by the party's publicity secretary, Isah Abubakar Assalafi, at a press conference held at the APC State Secretariat in Birnin Kebbi. Kana-Zuru was initially suspended from office by the State Working Committee (SWC) on June 20, 2026, through Resolution No. KSWC/010/2026.
According to Assalafi, the SWC reviewed the circumstances surrounding Kana-Zuru's suspension and subsequent developments, leading to the reversal of their earlier decision. The committee resolved to restore Kana-Zuru to office, declaring him fully reinstated as state chairman with all the powers, duties, and responsibilities attached to the office. This move also terminated the interim arrangement under which Alhaji Adamu Mudi Augie served as acting state chairman.
With the reinstatement, all official records, documents, correspondence, instruments, and other materials relating to the office are to be handed over to Kana-Zuru immediately. The state secretary has been directed to formally communicate the resolution to the appropriate organs of the party, including its national headquarters, for information, record, and necessary action in accordance with the APC constitution and relevant party directives.
The Kebbi APC urged all party organs, officials, members, and stakeholders to recognise and respect the resolution as Kana-Zuru resumes his responsibilities as chairman. The party's decision was adopted by the State Working Committee at its meeting held at the APC secretariat in Birnin Kebbi on October 1, 2026. This move aims to bring stability and unity to the party in the state.
The suspension and subsequent reinstatement of Kana-Zuru have significant implications for the APC in Kebbi State. The party has been working to strengthen its internal structures and promote unity among its members. The reinstatement of Kana-Zuru is seen as a step towards achieving these goals.
The Kebbi APC has a substantial following in the state, and the party's decisions have a considerable impact on the local political landscape. The reinstatement of Kana-Zuru is expected to have a positive impact on the party's operations and its relationships with other stakeholders in the state.
The decision to reinstate Kana-Zuru reflects the party's efforts to resolve internal conflicts and promote cohesion. The APC in Kebbi State has been working to regain the trust of its members and supporters, and the reinstatement of its chairman is seen as a crucial step in this process.
Key points
- The Kebbi State APC has reinstated its chairman, Alhaji Abubakar Muhammad Kana-Zuru, after reversing his suspension.
- The reinstatement was announced by the party's publicity secretary, Isah Abubakar Assalafi, at a press conference in Birnin Kebbi.
- Kana-Zuru's reinstatement aims to promote unity and stability within the party in Kebbi State.
