The Jigawa State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has cautioned that it will sanction any member found undermining party unity or showing disrespect to Governor Umar Namadi and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
State Deputy Chairman, Alhaji Nasiru Dahiru Jahun, issued the warning when he led a delegation comprising members of the State Executive Committee and party chairmen across all 27 local government areas to reaffirm their loyalty to the governor.
Speaking during the visit, Jahun described Namadi as the recognised leader of the APC in Jigawa State and stressed that the party leadership stands firmly behind both President Tinubu and Governor Namadi, endorsing them for a second term in 2027.
The party leaders also commended Namadi for what they described as “wonderful transformation and unprecedented achievements within just two years,” calling them historic in Jigawa’s development.
Jahun further warned that the party would not hesitate to sanction members who undermine unity or disregard the state leadership. “Our loyalty to the governor is like that of the comical character ‘Maha’ to his teacher; without objection, whatever Malam says we will do, and wherever he directs us, we will follow,” he said.
In response, Governor Namadi thanked the party leadership for their solidarity and pledged continued cooperation with the APC. He assured fairness in dealing with members across the state and reiterated that both the federal and state governments under the APC remain focused on people-oriented policies and development projects.
Despite the show of solidarity, tension within the Jigawa APC has intensified as factions loyal to former Governor and current Minister of Defence, Muhammad Badaru Abubakar, and Governor Namadi have clashed openly, with their supporters trading strong words in recent days.
The disagreement, which began simmering after the 2023 transition of power, has now spilled into open confrontation, raising concerns about the party’s unity ahead of the 2027 elections.
Neither Governor Namadi nor former Governor Badaru has issued a direct statement on the unfolding crisis.
