Sokoto East Senator Ibrahim Lamido resigns from APC

Politics Sokoto East Senator Ibrahim Lamido resigns from APC Published on April 5, 2026 By Hafsat Bello googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); Senator Ibrahim Lamido, representing Sokoto East Senatorial District, has formally resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing escalating insecurity and concerns over the welfare of his constituents as the primary reasons for his departure. Announcing his decision on Saturday via his official X account, Lamido stated, “I, Senator Ibrahim Lamido, representing the good people of Sokoto East Senatorial District, hereby resign from the APC with immediate effect.” The senator explained that his resignation was prompted by the APC’s failure to effectively tackle the growing security challenges in his district. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); Lamido’s decision comes amid rising fears over banditry, kidnappings, and other violent incidents in parts of Sokoto State, which have increasingly affected local communities. Don't Miss I’ll serve one term in NNPP, second term in APC – Kano gov, Yusuf boasts You may like I’ll serve one term in NNPP, second term in APC – Kano gov, Yusuf boasts United opposition can defeat APC in 2027 – ADC’s Ibrahim Khalil Army debunks alleged attack on Bishop Kukah, Sokoto Catholic Cathedral APC tightens grip on Gombe Assembly as last PDP lawmaker defects Plateau Attack: Killing of innocent citizens must stop – APC Chairman, Yilwatda Edo LG Poll: Oshiomhole, Ex-Deputy Gov’s cousins, Jarret PA emerges APC chairmanship candidates

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