Former Police Chief Resigns from APC Over Primary Fairness

Former Inspector General of Police Mohammed Adamu has resigned from Nigeria's ruling All Progressives Congress, citing a lack of internal democracy and fairness in the party's recent governorship primary election in Nasarawa State. Adamu submitted his formal resignation letter to party officials in his Makama Ward in Lafia on Monday.

In his letter, Adamu stated his decision was not taken lightly but was a direct result of recent developments within the party, specifically the conduct of the governorship primary process. He expressed a loss of confidence in the state party leadership, arguing that the events surrounding the primary did not reflect essential democratic principles. "I strongly believe that internal democracy, fairness, transparency and equal opportunity for aspirants and members guide the affairs of any democratic political party," Adamu wrote. "Unfortunately the event surrounding the primary election did not reflect this principle."

Adamu, who was an aspirant in that primary, said he arrived at his decision after wide consultations with supporters, political associates, and family members. He stated his intention to pursue his political aspirations through another...