Zamfara State Assembly Members Resign from APC over Insecurity, Unpaid Entitlements
Eight members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly have resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing worsening insecurity, alleged injustice, and the non-payment of their salaries and allowances.
Background: Zamfara State
- Nigeria's Zamfara State is located in the northwestern part of the country.
- It is the second poorest state in Nigeria, with a significant portion of its population living below the poverty line.
- Zamfara has been plagued by insecurity issues, including kidnapping, banditry, and herdsmen attacks.
Resignation Statement
"We cannot remain members of a party that has failed to adequately address the insecurity challenges in our state," the eight lawmakers said in a joint statement.
APC Reaction
"We condemn the illegal and unjustified actions of these eight members," APC spokesperson, Alhaji Mohammed Onoja, said in a statement.
"The party will not recognize these resignations as it is a clear case of political opportunism and a desperate attempt to score cheap political points."
Resigning Lawmakers
- The eight lawmakers who resigned include:
- Alhaji Uba Sani
- Alhaji Abubakar Kaita
- Hajiya Hafsat Abdulazeez
- Alhaji Garba Bello
- Hajia Fatima Garba
- Alhaji Kabiru Bello
- Alhaji Yahaya Abdullahi
- Alhaja Aisha Garba
Implications
"The sudden departure of these eight lawmakers could have a significant impact on the state government's legislative functions and APC representation in the state," a political analyst said.
"Their resignations could lead to a power vacuum and further erode the party's legitimacy in the eyes of the people of Zamfara State."
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