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The senator representing Sokoto East Senatorial District, Ibrahim Lamido, has declared his intention to leave the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), attributing the move to the worsening security crisis affecting his constituency.

Lamido disclosed this while speaking with journalists in Sokoto on Friday, expressing deep concern over the continued banditry attacks that had plagued several communities in the district.

According to the lawmaker, the persistent violence and insecurity in Sokoto East had made it difficult for him to remain in the party, noting that the realities faced by residents no longer aligned with the expectations and assurances given to them.

He described the security situation in the area as alarming, explaining that many villages had been attacked by armed groups, forcing residents to abandon their homes and seek safety elsewhere.

Lamido added that the ongoing attacks had severely disrupted economic activities, particularly farming, which serves as the main source of livelihood for many families in the region.

“My people are enduring untold hardship. Bandits have destroyed entire communities, and I cannot remain in a system that has failed to demonstrate sufficient commitment to resolving this crisis,” Lamido stated.

According to the Sokoto senator, “the decision followed extensive consultations with traditional leaders, political stakeholders, and supporters across the senatorial district.”

He explained that the discussions made it clear that many people believed a change in political direction was necessary under the current circumstances.

Lamido also revealed that he had repeatedly drawn attention to the deteriorating security conditions at the federal level but expressed disappointment that his concerns did not receive the level of response required.

He maintained that his decision was guided by the need to stand firmly with his constituents rather than by any personal political ambition.

The senator further urged the federal government to intensify its efforts in tackling banditry across the North-West, warning that continued attacks could worsen the humanitarian challenges already confronting affected communities.

Sokoto East, which includes local government areas such as Sabon Birni, Isa and Rabah, has in recent months recorded frequent attacks linked to banditry, resulting in deaths, kidnappings and massive destruction of property.

Lithiumite:
Don't lie,wamako and gov aliyu chased you out... they are giving your senatorial ticket to someone else,stop lieing that you are doing it for the people.....goodluck on your new journey.

Lithiumite:
Don't lie,wamako and gov aliyu chased you out... they are giving your senatorial ticket to someone else,stop lieing that you are doing it for the people.....goodluck on your new journey.

Odin13:
This one is just talking for taking sake
When you get to sokoto .. discuss Wamako and see how irrelevant he is in the state ..
The government might not be coming back .. if ADC sailed through ..
Don’t be talking trash from Ekiti

Where you know in sokoto and where in wamako staying ?

Una just the propagate nonsense

Power to the people

SeverusSnape:
Typical apc supporter, But if one malu decamps to his demonic party (APC), he'd say he's doing it in his people's interest.

Svoboda:
The north made Tinubu president. That same north will dethrone him thru the ballot. Tinubu realizes this, and that's why it's so important that all major opposition vehicles are made ineffective. Even northern political stalwarts in APC have their loyalties elsewhere. The north are masters in skirts and blouse elections. In 2027, they will express that tendency expertise at the polls. Having parallel campaign structures in each state will not save him...

shortgun:
More people will leave the evil party

SeverusSnape:
Typical apc supporter, But if one malu decamps to his demonic party (APC), he'd say he's doing it in his people's interest.

treesun:
https://dailypost.ng/2026/04/04/insecurity-sokoto-senator-lamido-quits-apc/

treesun:
https://dailypost.ng/2026/04/04/insecurity-sokoto-senator-lamido-quits-apc/

treesun:
https://dailypost.ng/2026/04/04/insecurity-sokoto-senator-lamido-quits-apc/

NewHe:
So quitting a political party is the solution?
What intelligent backup have you offered to your party!