A prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara State, Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, has expressed concerns over the alleged exclusion of his supporters from the party’s ongoing electronic registration exercise. In a statement, Shinkafi claimed that many of his supporters were not captured during the e-registration process across the state’s 14 local government areas, citing this as a violation of the APC constitution.
According to Shinkafi, reports from his coordinators in the local councils and wards indicate alleged interference by powerful figures within the party, targeting members of his political group, the Wamban Shinkafi Democratic Front. He insisted that these individuals are legitimate members of the APC in Zamfara State. The situation has reportedly created tension within the party, with Shinkafi warning that the development could undermine the purpose of the e-registration exercise if not addressed promptly.
Shinkafi has called on the APC national leadership to intervene, urging the National Chairman to establish an independent and transparent investigation panel to address the alleged injustices. He suggested that anyone found guilty should face sanctions in accordance with the party’s disciplinary measures. The APC chieftain also cautioned that failure to act swiftly could lead to further division and potentially repeat past electoral losses, citing the party’s defeats in Zamfara during the 2019 and 2023 elections.
The alleged exclusion of Shinkafi’s supporters has raised concerns about the integrity of the e-registration exercise, which was introduced to reform the party’s membership process. Shinkafi accused those handling the registration of abusing the trust placed in them and intimidating party members who have not succumbed to their undemocratic attitude. The APC national leadership is expected to take urgent action to prevent further division and ensure the success of the e-registration exercise.
The APC has been working to strengthen its membership and internal processes, and the e-registration exercise is a key part of this effort. However, the alleged exclusion of certain members has raised questions about the party’s commitment to internal democracy and fairness. The National Working Committee is expected to address these concerns and take steps to prevent similar issues in the future. The outcome of this situation will be closely watched, as it has significant implications for the party’s unity and electoral prospects in Zamfara State.
