Senator Ibrahim Lamido, who represents the Sokoto East Senatorial District at the National Assembly, has formally resigned his membership of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
He cited worsening insecurity and hardship in his constituency as the key reasons.
In a statement posted on social media, Lamido said his choice to leave the party was driven by what he described as the APC’s failure “to safeguard the people I represent and the hardship currently being faced by them.”
He emphasised that the move was made in the interest of his constituents and not for personal or political gain.
The senator specifically highlighted the escalating attacks by bandits across communities in Sokoto East, which he said have led to displacement, destroyed livelihoods, and left many residents living in fear.
Lamido said repeated appeals for a stronger federal response to the security crisis had brought little meaningful action, leaving many villages in ruin.
“My people are suffering. Entire communities have been ruined by bandits, and as their representative, I cannot remain in a system that has not shown enough commitment to ending this crisis,” he said.
Lamido revealed that his decision followed consultations with community leaders, supporters, and political allies across Sokoto East.
He said these discussions led to a collective view that continued membership of the APC would no longer serve the interests of the people he represents.
The senator also called on the federal government to intensify efforts to tackle banditry and restore peace throughout Sokoto State and other northern regions plagued by insecurity, warning that further neglect could deepen the humanitarian crisis.
At the time of publication, Lamido had not formally disclosed which party he plans to join next.
However, reports suggest that some of his close associates who resigned with him may be aligning with alternative platforms.
The APC leadership in Sokoto has yet to issue an official comment on Lamido’s resignation.
Political analysts say the move could signal growing tensions within the party, particularly as security challenges continue to affect large parts of northern Nigeria.
