Disqualified Niger South senatorial aspirant dumps APC

A Niger South senatorial aspirant, Muhammed Sadiq, disqualified from the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election, has dumped the party.

In a letter addressed to the chairman of Dabban Ward in the Lavun Local Government Area dated May 19, 2026, Mr Sadiq said his resignation was informed by concerns over justice and internal democracy within the party.

Mr Sadiq was however not cleared during the party’s screening conducted on Monday.

“It is with a heavy but resolute heart that I formally tender my resignation as a member of the All Progressives Congress, effective today.

“When I joined this party, I did so in the firm belief that it stood for justice, internal democracy, and the genuine empowerment of our people,” Mr Sadiq said. 

He stated that he committed his time, resources, and voice to the ideals of the party, stressing that his involvement was never for personal aggrandisement.

Mr Sadiq added that he believed the party offered a credible platform through which he could continue to serve the people of Niger South.

“Recent events, whose nature is well known to the party leadership, have made it impossible for me to continue, in good conscience, as a member of this party. Nigerians are not unfamiliar with such exercises, and history will record this one accurately.

“I take no pleasure in this departure. I leave without bitterness toward the many decent men and women within the party who share my disappointment, and to whom I remain deeply grateful for their friendship and their faith in this journey,” he said.

According to him, his loyalty remains with the people of Niger South rather than any political platform.

“They did not stand with me because of a party logo, and no party logo will determine how I continue to stand with them,” his letter added.

Mr Sadiq said his concerns remain focused on schools that need to be built, farmers requiring support, youths seeking opportunities, and families facing hardship.

“Public service, for me, has never required a position. It requires only a willingness to show up. have shown up before,” Mr Sadiq. 

He added that he was leaving the party with a clear conscience and an undiminished commitment to the people.