A former governorship aspirant in Jigawa State, Senator Sabo Mohammed Nakudu, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), bringing an finish to his years of political exercise throughout the ruling social gathering.
Nakudu confirmed his exit in a proper letter submitted to APC leaders in Sundimina Ward, Birnin Kudu Native Authorities Space.
The letter was dated Friday, April 3, 2026, and acknowledged that his resignation takes quick impact.
Within the letter, the previous lawmaker mentioned his choice got here after deep reflection. He appreciated the social gathering for giving him a platform to develop politically.
He additionally thanked social gathering stakeholders and constant supporters who stood by him throughout his time within the APC.
Nakudu was one of many aspirants who contested for the APC governorship ticket forward of the 2023 normal election in Jigawa State. Although he didn’t safe the ticket, he remained lively inside social gathering buildings till his current choice to step away.
He famous that his resignation covers all ranges of participation within the social gathering. This contains his withdrawal from conferences, consultations, and any type of political engagement beneath the APC.
The previous senator has had an extended political profession spanning completely different events. He was first elected into the Home of Representatives beneath the Peoples Democratic Celebration (PDP), the place he served two phrases from 2007 to 2015.
He later defected to the APC, beneath which he was elected as a senator representing Jigawa South-West between 2015 and 2019.
Whereas Nakudu didn’t clearly state his subsequent political vacation spot within the letter, credible findings point out that he’s set to hitch the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Sources near him say preparations are already in place, and a proper declaration might occur within the coming days.