Eight Zamfara Lawmakers Leave APC Ahead of 2027 Elections

Eight members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly have officially resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC) during a plenary session in Gusau, the state capital. The lawmakers represent the constituencies of Mafara South, Maradun I, Bakura, Bukkuyum North, Gummi I, Bungudu North, Maru North, and Kaura.

While they have not publicly announced their next political party, indications suggest they may join the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) amid ongoing political realignments in Zamfara as the 2027 elections approach. This defection adds complexity to the political landscape, which has seen numerous shifts in allegiance recently.

The Zamfara Assembly has experienced significant political turmoil, including a previous crisis involving factions and lawmakers. In December 2025, six members associated with the PDP defected to the APC, and in March 2026, the Speaker, Bilyaminu Moriki, along with 12 other lawmakers, switched from the PDP to the APC, consolidating APC's control over the Assembly.

The recent defections reflect ongoing issues related to party leadership and internal crises within the APC.