Former Jigawa APC chairman dumps party

Ado Kiri, the pioneer chairman of the All Progressives Congress in Jigawa State, has formally resigned his membership of the party.

Kiri, who previously served in the House of Representatives representing the Ringim/Taura Federal Constituency from 2019 to 2023, made his decision known in a letter dated March 30, 2026.

The letter was addressed to the Kiri Ward chairman, Malam Saliku Mujtapha.

In the resignation letter seen on Friday, the former lawmaker said his exit came after careful thought, noting that it was time for him to step away from party activities.

“This decision has been made after careful consideration,” he stated, while thanking the party for the opportunity to serve and contribute during his time as a member.

“I appreciate the opportunity given to me to be part of the party and to contribute, in my own capacity, to its activities and objectives during my period of membership,” he added.

Kiri’s exit is already generating reactions within political circles in Jigawa State, given his earlier role in building the APC’s structure in the state and his influence ahead of the 2015 general elections and beyond.

The resignation, however, did not indicate any intention to join another political party, a development that has further fuelled speculation about his next political move.

He also stated his decision to withdraw completely from party activities, leaving supporters and stakeholders uncertain about whether the move signals a political retreat or a strategic pause.

Attempts to reach Kiri for further clarification were unsuccessful, as calls to his known telephone line were not answered.

His resignation has sparked discussions among political observers, some of whom believe it could affect the APC’s internal cohesion and political strength in Jigawa State ahead of future elections.

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