The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Jigawa State has suspended Usman Ibrahim, a member of the House of Representatives representing the Auyo/Hadejia/Kafin-Hausa Federal Constituency, along with seven other party officials. The suspension was announced by the state APC chairperson, Ahmad Garba, in a statement released to journalists on Monday.
Allegations of Anti-Party Conduct
According to the statement, the party received formal complaints from loyal members alleging that Ibrahim and the other officials engaged in activities detrimental to the unity, peace, stability, and progress of the APC. The incidents reportedly occurred on 26 May 2026 in Auyo Town, Auyo Local Government Area of Jigawa State. The alleged actions include acts capable of bringing the party into disrepute, undermining its authority, promoting division among members, and engaging in conduct prejudicial to the interests of the All Progressives Congress.
Violations of Party Constitution
The State Executive Committee noted that the alleged acts, if proven, constitute violations of Article 21.2(ii), (vi), (vii), and (viii) of the APC Constitution. These provisions prohibit disloyalty, anti-party activities, conduct likely to embarrass or bring the party into disrepute, and acts capable of causing discord and disaffection among party members.
Officials Suspended
Those suspended alongside Ibrahim include:
- Aisha Adamu (State Deputy Women Leader)
- Yargabi Babannan (Auyo Ward Women Leader)
- Musa Zabarau (Auyo Ward Chairman)
- Ibrahim Ayama (Auyo Local Government Vice Chairman)
- Saje Hadiyau (Auyo Local Government Financial Secretary)
- Sani Hadiyau (Auyo Ward Vice Chairman)
Terms of Suspension
The party directed the affected officials to refrain from representing themselves as officers, agents, or representatives of the party; attending or participating in party meetings, activities, or functions in any official capacity; exercising any powers or privileges attached to their offices; and taking any action capable of interfering with or influencing the disciplinary process.
Fair Hearing Guaranteed
The leadership emphasized that the suspension is not a final verdict and promised a transparent investigation. The statement read: "You shall be afforded a fair hearing and an opportunity to defend yourself before the Disciplinary Committee in accordance with the Constitution of the Party and the principles of natural justice. This suspension is an interim administrative measure and shall remain in force pending the determination of the disciplinary proceedings by the competent organs of the Party."
Efforts to reach the suspended lawmaker for comment were unsuccessful, as his known phone number was not accessible.
