Six lawmakers in the Zamfara State House of Assembly have resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC). The lawmakers, who represent various constituencies in the state, submitted their letters of resignation on October 4, 2026. They cited deception within the party and a lack of unity among stakeholders in the state as reasons for their decision. The resigning lawmakers are Hon. Ibrahim Tukur, Hon. Bashir Abubakar, Hon. Aliyu Ango Kagar, Hon. Nasiru Abdullahi, Hon. Mukhtar Nasiru Jikan Shehu, and Hon. Faruk Dosara.
According to their letters of resignation, the lawmakers made their decision after conducting careful and wide consultations. They expressed dissatisfaction with the party's inability to address the security situation in their constituency and the state at large. The lawmakers also criticized the Governor's leadership style, describing it as nonchalant and poor. They, however, appreciated the support and cooperation they received from the party's leadership and members during their tenure.
The resignation letter of Hon. Ibrahim Tukur, representing Bakura constituency, stated that he was resigning his membership from APC with immediate effect. Tukur emphasized that the decision was made after careful consideration, citing deception, uncertainties, injustice, and the party's inability to overcome security challenges in the state. He also thanked the party's leadership and members for their support throughout his stay in the party.
A former council chairman of Bukkuyum Local Government Area, Abubakar Faru, has commended the decision of the lawmakers to resign from APC. Faru described their decision as a bold step, taken at the right time, and in the best interest of their constituencies. He praised the lawmakers for prioritizing the well-being and betterment of their people.
The resignation of the six lawmakers from APC has significant implications for the party in Zamfara State. The party may face challenges in maintaining its presence and influence in the state, particularly in the affected constituencies. The development may also impact the party's performance in future elections.
The Zamfara State House of Assembly currently has a total of Zamfara 40 members. The APC had been a dominant force in the state, but the resignation of the six lawmakers may create opportunities for other parties to gain ground. The affected lawmakers are expected to join another party or contest under a different platform in the future.
The decision of the lawmakers to resign from APC has sparked mixed reactions from various stakeholders in the state. While some have lauded their decision, others have expressed concerns about the potential consequences for the party and the state. The development is likely to continue to generate discussions and debates in the state's political landscape.
Key points
- The six lawmakers who resigned from APC in Zamfara State cited deception and lack of unity in the party as reasons for their decision.
- The resigning lawmakers are Hon. Ibrahim Tukur, Hon. Bashir Abubakar, Hon. Aliyu Ango Kagar, Hon. Nasiru Abdullahi, Hon. Mukhtar Nasiru Jikan Shehu, and Hon. Faruk Dosara.
- A former council chairman, Abubakar Faru, has commended the decision of the lawmakers, describing it as a bold step in the best interest of their constituencies.
