The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State has disassociated itself from a coalition known as “12 APC Groups,” which recently called for the removal of the State Commissioner of Police, Dr. Ibrahim Adamu Bakori. The coalition had accused the police commissioner of refusing to participate in Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary Parade and demanded his dismissal.

According to the APC Chairman in Kano State, Prince Abdullahi Abbas, the group is not a genuine representation of the party. In a statement, Prince Abbas described the individuals behind the coalition as “paid agents” working for disgruntled politicians. He emphasized that true APC members support the police commissioner’s decision to stay away from the parade, citing that it was in line with official directives.

The police commissioner’s decision had been in compliance with orders not to participate in the parade. Prince Abbas further called on the Federal Government to investigate and punish other federal security agencies that attended the event despite being instructed not to. He stated that these agencies should face consequences for violating clear orders.

The Kano APC Chairman reaffirmed that the party remains united and warned the public against being misled by fake groups claiming to represent the party. He emphasized that these groups are driven by selfish political interests. The incident highlights the importance of verifying the authenticity of groups claiming to represent political parties, especially in sensitive matters involving government institutions and public events.

The development comes amidst ongoing discussions about the role of political parties and government institutions in Nigeria. The APC’s clarification on the matter aims to maintain transparency and accountability within the party and its relationship with government agencies. As the investigation into the matter unfolds, it is likely to have implications for the parties involved and the broader political landscape in Nigeria.