Just In: Another Federal Lawmaker Dumps NNPP, Gives Reason

• Kano municipal federal constituency lawmaker in the House of Representatives, Sagir Ibrahim Koki, has announced his resignation from the NNPP
• The federal lawmaker's resignation letter surfaced on social media on Wednesday morning, November 12
• Koki gave his reason for the resignation, and his decision has started generating reactions from some Nigerians

Sagir Ibrahim Koki, the lawmaker representing the Kano Municipal federal constituency in the House of Representatives, has announced his resignation from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), making him the latest to dump the ruling party in Kano State.

The federal lawmaker, in his resignation letter, which surfaced on social media on Wednesday morning, November 12, said the reason for his resignation was due to the internal problem of the party at the national level, which does not allow him to discharge his constitutional duty very well.

The resignation letter, which was dated Tuesday, November 11, 2025, was addressed to the NNPP chairman in Zaitawa Ward, Kano Municipal. The development is the latest of its kind ahead of the 2027 election.

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This is coming amid alignment and realignment in Nigeria's political space ahead of the next general election. Several senators and other federal lawmakers have cross-carpeted, particularly to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

Nigerians react to Koki's resignation from NNPP

Koki's resignation has started generating mixed reactions from some Nigerians. Below are some of their reactions:

Ahmad Ololu commended the move:

"This move clearly shows that APC is the home of true leadership and national direction. More lawmakers are realising where the real development vision lies, the APC."

Sadiq described the lawmaker as a workaholic:

"I wonder what could be the reason, because he's one of the best HOR members from Kano. During my National Service (NYSC), I served for a while in his constituency before moving to Nasarawa LG, and I've seen his projects on the ground. The man is a workaholic, wishing him the very best."

Ogbeni commended the move:

"Good decision from Hon. Koki. APC’s inclusive policies and strong governance vision continue to attract those who truly want progress for their people."

Nuhu Shehu reacted:

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"This is a good political strategy from NNPP. Gradually, they will all leave and their leader, Kwankwaso, will too."

Mr Ade projected the collapse of the NNPP in Kano:

"NNPP is about to collapse in Kano. These ones are preparing for their leaders, Rabiu and Gov."

Abba Danejo wrote:

"Kwankwaso is spoiling his career with arrogance and disrespecting public office holders."

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Kano Emir speaks on APC government

Legit.ng earlier reported that Emir of Kano and the former governor of the CBN, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has warned President Bola Tinubu against excessive borrowing.

Sanusi, who spoke at an event on Monday, October 28, said that the reforms President Tinubu started would be jeopardised if the country's wealth is not properly managed.

The Emir then commended the president for removing the fuel subsidy and unifying the naira, adding that they're painful but necessary.

Source: Legit.ng