Senator Shehu Buba Dumps APC
Analysis based on 8 articles · First reported May 25, 2026 · Last updated May 25, 2026
The defections of several prominent politicians from the Nigeria — All Progressives Congress>>> (APC) to the Nigeria — People s Redemption Party>>> (PRP) could signal a shift in political power dynamics, particularly in Nigeria — Bauchi State>>>. This may lead to increased volatility in local political markets and potentially impact investor confidence in the stability of governance, though the direct financial market impact is limited to political sentiment.
Senator Shehu Buba>>>, representing Bauchi South Senatorial District, has resigned from the Nigeria — All Progressives Congress>>> (APC) and joined the Nigeria — People s Redemption Party>>> (PRP). This decision followed his withdrawal from the APC governorship primary in Nigeria — Bauchi State>>>, where he alleged irregularities and violations of party guidelines. Shehu Buba>>> cited a lack of internal democracy, unfair treatment of members, and disregard for grassroots supporters within the APC as reasons for his defection. He described the PRP as a platform founded on justice, transparency, and people-oriented leadership, aiming to strengthen democratic governance and protect the interests of the people. Several other politicians, including Senator Samaila Kaila Dahuwa>>>, Hon. Rabilu Bala Kashuri>>>, Hon. Shehu Aliyu Musa>>>, Hon. Saidu Mohammed>>>, Hon. Abubakar Dahuwa Abdulkadir>>>, Hon. Sulaiman Sunusi Lalaye>>>, and Hon. Rabi u Abubakar Bishi>>>, also resigned from the APC, citing similar grievances regarding the party's primary elections and internal democracy. Some political groups accused Prof. Mohammed Pate>>> and Isa Yuguda>>> of attempting to impose Mohammed Abubakar>>> as the governorship candidate, further fueling discontent.
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