House of Representatives member Abdulmumin Jibrin has accepted his expulsion from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) but accused the party of denying him fair hearing before taking the decision.
The lawmaker, who represents Kiru/Bebeji Federal Constituency, was expelled on Saturday over alleged anti-party activities and non-payment of dues.
In a statement issued hours later, Jibrin said he had hoped to remain in the party despite differences on certain issues but was obliged to accept its decision “in good faith and without grudges.”
“While I would have loved to stay in the NNPP and continue my service to our people and country despite differences on some issues… the party has made and announced a decision. I am therefore obliged to accept the decision of the party in good faith and without grudges,” he wrote.
Jibrin, however, faulted the process, describing it as lacking due process and fair hearing. “But for the respect I have for the party, its members, and leaders, I would have viewed this action as null and void, as it failed to follow due process or come from a factional group of the party and test it in court. I will rather wish the party well and go in peace,” he added.
He also dismissed claims of non-payment of dues, saying: “I respectfully request that the party send me the invoice, and I will promptly pay. I have always advocated for harmonious relationships in Kano and Nigeria, so I am appealing to NNPP to stay on the part of decorum without personal attacks or throwing abuses and insults as we part ways.”
The lawmaker linked his expulsion to his recent media interviews, stressing that he stood by all the statements he made.
Despite the fallout, Jibrin said his relationship with members of the NNPP would remain cordial. “I welcome all my supporters who wish to join me in my new journey. But for those who chose to remain in NNPP, I hold no grudges against them, and I look forward to keeping a peaceful and harmonious relationship with them both at the local, state, and national levels,” he said.
He added that he would “carefully weigh all the options before me as I decide on my next political home.”
What You Should Know
Abdulmumin Jibrin’s expulsion from the NNPP underscores growing tensions within the party, particularly around loyalty and internal discipline.
While he accepted the decision, his claims of unfair treatment and dismissal of the non-payment allegations point to deeper cracks.
His next political move, possibly a return to the APC, could reshape Kano’s political landscape ahead of 2027.
