By Abdullahi Tukur
The Kebbi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has suspended its State Chairman, Alhaji Abubakar Muhammad Kana-Zuru, alongside the APC Chairman of Zuru Local Government Area, Hon. Aliyu Abubakar Abiola.
The Bureau Journal gathered that the decision followed complaints submitted by stakeholders from the Zuru Emirate concerning the conduct of the two party officials.
Stakeholders Raise Concerns Over Party Activities
In a statement signed by the State Party Secretary, Alhaji Sa’idu Muhammad Kimba, and made available to journalists in Birnin Kebbi, the party said the suspension was based on allegations relating to the officials’ performance and engagement within the party structure.
According to the statement, stakeholders accused the suspended officials of demonstrating a lukewarm attitude toward party affairs, inadequate consultation with critical stakeholders, poor mobilization efforts, and failure to comply with established party principles and procedures.
The party explained that the allegations were subjected to internal review and investigation before disciplinary measures were taken.
APC Orders Immediate Suspension
Following the outcome of the review process, the Kebbi APC leadership resolved to suspend both officials pending further developments.
The party maintained that the action was necessary to protect the interests of the APC and strengthen party cohesion across the state.
Kebbi Commissioner Also Suspended
In a related development, the Kebbi State Commissioner for Livestock Development and Fisheries, Alhaji Kabir Usman Alaramma Zuru, has also been suspended from office.
A statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Alhaji Yakubu Bala-Tafida, confirmed the suspension and stated that it takes immediate effect.
The statement noted that the commissioner would remain suspended until further notice.
Government Directs Handover of Official Duties
As part of the directive, the suspended commissioner has been instructed to hand over all government property and official responsibilities in his possession to the Permanent Secretary of the ministry.
The Bureau Journal reports that authorities have not yet disclosed the specific reasons behind the suspension of the commissioner.
The developments have generated fresh political discussions within Kebbi State as stakeholders await further actions from both the APC leadership and the state government.
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