Senator Ibrahim Lamido, who represents Sokoto East Senatorial District, has revealed he once planned to leave the All Progressives Congress (APC). He cited internal party disagreements and a growing misalignment with the party's direction as key factors behind his contemplated exit. Speaking in a recent interview, Lamido did not specify a timeline for when the decision was made but emphasized that loyalty to personal principles outweighed party membership. He stated, "I could no longer reconcile my values with the way things were going in the party." Despite the internal friction, he confirmed he ultimately decided to remain in the APC for now. Lamido, a former governor of Jigawa State, has been a prominent figure within the party since its formation.
A sitting senator publicly airing grievances against the APC signals deeper unrest within the party's northern stronghold. Lamido's admission that he nearly left over ideological differences undermines the APC's image of unity, especially ahead of upcoming elections. If senior figures like him feel alienated, it suggests the party's cohesion in the northwest may be more fragile than projected. This could embolden opposition parties seeking inroads in APC-leaning regions.
