Crisis in Kebbi APC: Ex-House of Reps Member Muhammad Shehu Koko Suspended Alongside 9 Party Leaders in Koko LGA

 

There seems to be growing tension within the Kebbi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as internal conflicts continue to shake the party’s foundation in the Koko/Besse area. In a significant political development, the APC in Kebbi has officially suspended a former member of the House of Representatives, Muhammad Shehu Koko, who previously represented Koko/Maiyama Federal Constituency. Alongside him, nine prominent party officials from the Koko Local Government Area (LGA) have also been suspended.

Those affected by the suspension include several top-ranking local APC officials. Notable among them are:

• Muhammad Danyado, who serves as the APC Vice Chairman in Koko LGA

• Biyaminu Muhammad, the Local Government Secretary of the party

• Talatu Zauro, who holds the position of Women Leader

• As well as other critical figures such as the Youth Leader, Financial Secretary, and Welfare Secretary of the APC in the area

This wave of suspensions marks a serious disciplinary crackdown within the party's local structure, especially at a time when political alignments and ambitions are intensifying across the country.

According to a suspension letter obtained by Channels Television, the reasons cited for the action include "alleged anti-party activities, disloyalty, and harassment of party executive members." This strongly worded letter suggests that the party leadership in the area is no longer willing to tolerate what it perceives as internal sabotage or unruly behavior by some of its own members.

The letter was signed by several high-ranking APC officials in Koko, showing a united front behind the decision. Signatories include:

• Muhammad Maibarga, who is the APC Local Government Party Chairman

• Sirajo Usman Koko, the Local Government Executive Chairman

• Alongside 14 other key stakeholders within the party structure in the area

This wide support for the suspension points to a serious internal fallout and possibly signals the beginning of more disciplinary actions to come.

However, the situation may not be as straightforward as it seems. Close associates of Muhammad Shehu Koko have refused to make any official statement on the matter, but there are strong indications that this suspension might be politically motivated.

Sources close to the former lawmaker claim that tensions began to rise after Koko reportedly expressed interest in contesting for a senatorial seat in the upcoming election cycle. This ambition, according to insiders, has allegedly ruffled feathers within the APC in Kebbi State, particularly among powerful figures who see Koko’s return to frontline politics as a potential threat to their own interests.

Although these sources spoke off the record, they believe that the recent disciplinary action may have less to do with genuine misconduct and more to do with political maneuvering aimed at stopping Koko’s rising influence.

This development adds to the growing list of internal disputes within the APC, especially as the 2027 general elections begin to cast their shadows over current political calculations. As it stands, it remains unclear whether the suspensions will be reversed or if the affected individuals will challenge the decision through the party’s internal dispute resolution mechanisms.

For now, the Kebbi APC chapter appears to be in turmoil, and this could have serious implications for the party’s unity and performance in future elections—especially in a key state like Kebbi.

Stay locked on NaijaRush for more updates as this political drama unfolds.