Jonathan Vatsa Leaves APC Ahead of 2027 Elections

Jonathan Vatsa, who served as the Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism and was a prominent figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC), resigned from the party effective October 19, 2026. His resignation letter, dated October 18, 2026, was addressed to the APC chairman of Gulu Anguwa-Gulu Vatsa Ward in the Lapai Local Government Area and shared with journalists in Minna.

Vatsa stated that his decision followed personal consultations with family, friends, and political associates, and he expressed gratitude for the opportunities he received during his 13 years of membership. Vatsa was previously the pioneer Publicity Secretary of the APC in Niger State and was appointed Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism by former Governor Abubakar Sani Bello in 2015.

He later served as Special Adviser on Public-Private Partnership and on Media and Communication under Governor Umaru Bago before being dropped from the administration in December. Vatsa has been critical of the Muslim-Muslim ticket arrangement ahead of the 2027 elections, warning it could negatively impact the APC's chances.