Zamfara Lawmakers Defect from APC Amid Party Crises

In a significant development, two members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly in Nigeria have resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC) due to internal conflicts and leadership issues within the party. Shamsudeen Hassan and Nura Dahiru, representing Talata-Mafara North and Birnin-Magaji constituencies, respectively, submitted their resignation letters on December 3, which were read out by Speaker Bilyaminu Moriki during a House session.

According to Hassan, the persistent crises, internal divisions, and poor leadership, as well as the marginalization of members at the state and local government levels, prompted his decision to leave the APC. He stated that remaining in the party was no longer in line with his political convictions or the interests of his constituents. Hassan expressed gratitude to the APC for the opportunities he had while a member and requested that his resignation letter be treated as formal notice of his exit.

Dahiru, on the other hand, explained that his resignation would enable him to pursue causes that better represent the people he serves. Following his resignation, he formally defected to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Zamfara State. Dahiru also thanked the APC for the opportunities he had and requested that his resignation letter be accepted as formal notification of his departure from the party.

The resignations of Hassan and Dahiru highlight the ongoing internal challenges facing the APC in Zamfara State. The party has been grappling with leadership issues and internal conflicts, which have led to divisions among its members. The defection of Dahiru to the PDP is likely to have implications for the political landscape in the state, particularly in the run-up to future elections.

The development is significant, as it reflects the ongoing realignments and power struggles within Nigeria’s political parties. The APC, which has been the dominant party in Zamfara State, faces challenges in maintaining unity and cohesion among its members. The PDP, on the other hand, is seeking to capitalize on the APC’s internal weaknesses to gain ground in the state. As the political landscape continues to evolve, it remains to be seen how these developments will impact the future of politics in Zamfara State and Nigeria as a whole.