APC Pioneer Chairman in Jigawa, Ado Kiri, Resigns from Party [PHOTO]

The pioneer chairman of the All Progressives Congress in Jigawa State, Ado Kiri, has officially resigned from the party.

Kiri, a former member of the House of Representatives who represented the Ringim/Taura Federal Constituency from 2019 to 2023, announced his decision in a letter dated March 30, 2026, addressed to the Kiri Ward chairman, Malam Saliku Mujtapha.

In the letter, sighted on Friday, the ex-lawmaker said his resignation followed careful consideration, noting that it was time for him to step away from party activities.

“This decision has been made after careful consideration,” he wrote, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to serve and contribute to the party.

“I appreciate the opportunity given to me to be part of the party and to contribute, in my own capacity, to its activities and objectives during my period of membership,” he added.

Kiri’s exit has already sparked reactions within political circles in Jigawa State, given his key role in building the APC’s structure ahead of the 2015 general elections and his continued influence in the state.

However, his resignation letter did not indicate any plans to join another political party, fuelling speculation about his next political move.

He also stated that he would withdraw completely from party activities, leaving supporters and stakeholders uncertain whether the move signals a full political retreat or a strategic pause.

Efforts to reach him for further comments were unsuccessful, as calls to his known telephone line were not answered.

Political observers say his resignation could have implications for the APC’s internal cohesion and strength in Jigawa State ahead of future elections.