Senators Who Lost 2027 Tickets Lead Mass Defection from APC

Senator Shehu Buba Umar, representing the Bauchi South Senatorial District, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC) and joined the People’s Redemption Party (PRP).

This transition follows his recent withdrawal from the APC governorship primary election in Bauchi State, which he exited just hours before the event. Umar cited violations of the party’s electoral guidelines and breaches of the country’s constitution as reasons for his withdrawal.

In an announcement made on Sunday, May 24, 2026, Umar expressed his concerns regarding the APC, highlighting issues such as the lack of internal democracy, unfairness, the marginalization of genuine party members, and….....>>>