In a significant development, the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has witnessed a major shake-up in its Kano State chapter. Executive members of the NNPP in Gargari Ward, Dawakin Tofa Local Government Area, have voted to remove and expel the state party chairman, Hashimu Dungurawa, from the party. This decision comes barely two weeks after Dungurawa’s re-election, highlighting the deep-seated divisions within the party.
A resolution signed by 27 ward executives outlined the reasons behind Dungurawa’s removal, citing his alleged role in causing division, fueling internal crises, and failing to pay party dues. Additionally, the executives accused Dungurawa of making abusive comments against Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. The ward executives deemed these actions unacceptable and detrimental to the party’s image, unity, and progress.
The decision to expel Dungurawa was made during the ward’s second executive meeting, led by Ward Chairman Shuaibu Hassan, with Secretary Yahaya Saidu Dungurawa in attendance. The executives emphasized that the move was in line with the party’s constitution and aimed at maintaining discipline, unity, and internal harmony within the NNPP.
The ward leadership has sent copies of the resolution to the party’s local government, state, and national offices for further action. The decision has also been communicated to the party’s national leader, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. The ward executives reaffirmed their loyalty to the NNPP national leadership and pledged continued support for the governor, stressing their commitment to peace, unity, and the growth of the party.
The removal of Dungurawa serves as a warning to party members who abuse their positions and disregard party rules. As the NNPP continues to navigate its internal challenges, the party’s national leadership will likely face increased scrutiny in addressing these issues and maintaining unity among its ranks. The development is significant, given the NNPP’s growing influence in Nigerian politics, and its implications will be closely watched by political observers and stakeholders in the country.