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Hundreds Dump NNPP for APC in Kano, Barau Assures Fairness

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The Deputy President of the Senate, Sen. Barau Jibrin, on Tuesday in Kano received hundreds of former supporters of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) who defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The defectors, who included members of the Kano State Amalgamated Traders Association, butchers, youths, social media influencers, Islamic scholars, and Imams, cited neglect by the NNPP-led administration in Kano as reason for their exit.

Speaking on behalf of the group at a ceremony held at the Amani Event Centre, they said their contributions to the NNPP’s victory in the 2023 general elections were ignored by the party after the polls.

“We no longer matter in the party. We have been abandoned, which is why we have decided to join the APC,” one of the leaders said.

In his remarks, Sen. Jibrin, who represents Kano North Senatorial District, described the decision as wise and timely.

“I welcome you into our great party, the APC. This is a party of development and progress. Your decision to join the APC means joining hands to build a better Nigeria,” he said.

He noted that the APC-led administration had initiated several developmental projects in the region, including the establishment of the North-West Development Commission, the upgrade of the Federal College of Education, Kano, to a university, and the elevation of Federal Polytechnic, Kabo, to a university of science and technology.

Sen. Jibrin assured the new members of equal treatment and urged them to contribute to the party’s success in future elections.

Also speaking, the Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Alhaji Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, welcomed the new members and called on them to support President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

He said the administration was committed to delivering affordable housing and improving the welfare of all Nigerians.

Highlights of the event included the symbolic replacement of the red NNPP caps with green APC caps, cheered by party supporters.

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Ex-Lawmaker Sharada Joins Kano Central Race, Calls for Level Playing Field

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Former member of the House of Representatives, Sha’aban Ibrahim Sharada, has declared his intention to contest the Kano Central Senatorial District seat, urging the national leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to ensure free and fair primaries.

Sharada, who represented Kano Municipal Federal Constituency in the immediate past National Assembly, made the appeal on Thursday when he visited the APC State Secretariat in Kano to formally announce his ambition.

“I appeal to the national leadership of our great party to, for the sake of Allah (SWT) and His Prophet Muhammad (SAW), ensure fair play in our forthcoming primary election,” he said, drawing loud applause from his supporters.

Popularly known as Dan Karamin Sauro (small mosquito), Sharada said his decision was driven by a desire to contribute to the growth and development of Kano Central, leveraging his legislative experience and political connections.

“By the grace of Allah (SWT), I will be the next Senator to represent Kano Central in the National Assembly, and I promise that I will not fail my constituents,” he pledged.

He also assured of his commitment to strengthening the APC and supporting the re-election of President Bola Tinubu alongside Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, to sustain ongoing developmental programmes.

Welcoming the aspirant, APC State Chairman, Hon. Umar Haruna Doguwa, described Sharada as a grassroots politician who had consistently worked for the progress of his people.

Doguwa further assured that the party would provide a level playing field for all aspirants in the forthcoming primaries.

 

 

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Katsina Commissioner resigns to contest Funtua Senatorial seat

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The Katsina State Commissioner for Environment, Hamza Sule-Faskari, has resigned to contest for the Funtua Senatorial seat.

The decision was in compliance with the guidelines of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for public office holders intending to contest in the 2027 elections.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the electoral body has directed all public office holders intending to contest to resign their positions on or before March 31, 2026.

Sule-Faskari announced his decision on Monday in Katsina when he visited the office of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Abdullahi Garba-Faskari, to formally submit his resignation letter.

He expressed appreciation to the Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Radda, for the opportunity to serve the people as a commissioner.

The former commissioner also reaffirmed his commitment to remain loyal and continue supporting the governor and the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Sule-Faskari further thanked the people of Katsina State for the support and cooperation they have given him during his tenure as commissioner.

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APC stakeholders warn against factional politics in Adamawa 

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The concerned stakeholders and committed members of All Progressives Congress, APC in Demsa, Numan and Lamurde Local Government Areas of Adamawa have warned against factional politics for the unity and progress of the party in the state.

The stakeholders made the call during a joint press conference in Numan, led by Mr Paul Zidon, describing the recent defection of Gov Ahmadu Fintiri and his teaming supporters through due process to APC as welcome development.

He equally condemned the process followed by Hon. Kwamoti Laori, Member House of Representative for violating the due process.

According to him, Laori sidelined the duly recognized Local Government Executive Committee that represents the backbone of the party but selected three wards executive members each from Demsa, Numan and Lamurde to work with.

“This singular action is unacceptable. It undermines party structures, disrespects loyal members, and risks introducing dangerous factional politics into a party that our people have worked tirelessly to build.

“Let us be clear: APC in Numan, Demsa, and Lamurde is not a private political project belonging to a few individuals. It is a collective movement belonging to the people.

“Any attempt to bypass party structures, ignore elected executives, and create parallel political arrangements will only breed division and disunity.

“And we say today with one voice: “We reject factional politics. We stand for unity. We stand for party supremacy”, he said.

According to him, the strength of the APC lies not in individuals, but in the collective will of its members.

Zidon called on all party faithful to remain calm, united, and committed to the principles that brought them together-the shared vision of building a stronger Adamawa State and a better Nigeria under the APC.

The group appreciated the National Security Adviser Malam Nuhu Ribadu and other stakeholders for his sacrifice and effort put in stabilizing the party and ensuring the realignment with defectors in the state.

“We wish to also use this opportunity to sincerely appreciate the visionary leadership of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, whose Renewed Hope Agenda continues to inspire millions of Nigerians and strengthen the foundation of the APC across the country” he said.

Mr Simon Ismael one of the stakeholder described the act as violation of the constitutional provision and urged the party to section ward executive that partake in violation of the due process.

All efforts to reach Laori to comment on the allegation label against him probe abortive.

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