House of Reps Member Speaks out after NNPP Expelled Him for Supporting Tinubu, APC

• Abdulmumin Jibrin described his expulsion from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) as a “rude shock,” citing a lack of fair hearing and due process
• In a strongly worded statement, the Kiru/Bebeji representative defended his recent interviews, insisting they aligned with the party’s founding principles
• Parting ways with NNPP, Jibrin said he would “carefully weigh all the options” before choosing his next political home

Abdulmumin Jibrin, the member representing Kiru/Bebeji federal constituency in Kano state, has formally responded to his expulsion from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), describing the move as both “a surprise and a rude shock.”

In an official statement released following the announcement of his removal from the party, Jibrin expressed deep disappointment over the decision, which he said came without warning or an opportunity to defend himself.

“No invitation was extended to me to defend or explain myself by any organ of the party,” he stated, adding that the NNPP had neglected “the very important principle of fair hearing, due process and justice that the NNPP cry out loud and demand from others.”

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Jibrin argued that even under military rule, an accused person is granted a court martial, suggesting that the party’s actions lacked procedural fairness. He maintained that the interview he granted in both English and Hausa—believed to be the trigger for his expulsion—was consistent with the party’s ethos of allowing dissenting views.

“I strongly believe the contents of the interview I granted few days ago… should not warrant such heavy penalty because it is in tandem with the core principles of our party and movement,” he said. “I stand by all the statements I made in the interviews.”

Political future: Jibrin to weigh options

Despite his disappointment, Jibrin stated that he would accept the party’s decision “in good faith and without grudges.” He acknowledged his desire to remain within the NNPP and continue serving his constituents, but said the party had made its choice.

“For the respect I have for the party, its members and leaders, I would have viewed this action as null and void… and test it in court. I will rather wish the party well and go in peace,” he remarked.

Jibrin also extended an olive branch to his supporters and colleagues, saying he welcomed those who wished to join him on his next political journey, while pledging to maintain “a peaceful and harmonious relationship” with those who chose to remain in the NNPP.

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Jibrin’s next move: “So help me God”

The lawmaker concluded his statement by indicating that he would take time to consider his next political affiliation.

“Finally, I will carefully weigh all the options before me as I decide on my next political home. SO HELP ME GOD,” he declared.

“Kwankwaso open to joining APC ahead of 2027,” Jibrin declares

Legit.ng earlier reported that on Wednesday, September 3, a member of the House of Representatives, Abdulmumin Jibrin, disclosed that a former Kano state governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, is still open to joining the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

Jibrin, a chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), spoke on Wednesday, saying the doors have not closed for Rabiu Kwankwaso, the former NNPP presidential candidate to team up with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the APC.

Proofreading by Kola Muhammed, copy editor at Legit.ng.

Source: Legit.ng