The Senator representing Bauchi South Senatorial District, Senator Shehu Buba Umar, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC) and declared his membership of the People's Redemption Party (PRP). This move comes days after his withdrawal from the APC governorship primary election.
Background of the Defection
Buba, a top governorship contender in APC, stepped away from the exercise 24 hours before the party poll, claiming violation of the party's electoral guidelines and abuse of the country's constitution. The senator announced his decision on Sunday, May 24, 2026, citing the absence of internal democracy, lack of fairness, marginalisation of genuine party members, and increasing disregard for the opinions and aspirations of grassroots supporters within the APC.
Buba said his decision to join PRP came after extensive consultations with political associates, youths, women groups, party stakeholders, and supporters across Bauchi South Senatorial District and Bauchi State at large.
Why PRP?
To the lawmaker, PRP remains a political platform built on the principles of justice, transparency, accountability, inclusiveness, and people-oriented leadership, with strong commitment to the democratic values enshrined in the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The senator stated that his movement to the PRP is aimed at strengthening democratic governance, protecting the interests of the common people, and providing effective and responsive representation for the citizens of Bauchi State.
He stressed that the time has come for patriotic leaders to unite and rescue the country from poverty, unemployment, insecurity, economic hardship, and poor governance. “Our people deserve better governance, better opportunities, and leadership that truly listens to their concerns. Politics should be about service to humanity, justice, development, and improving the living conditions of the masses,” the senator stated.
Call to Supporters
He urged his supporters and political allies to join him in PRP to continue the collective struggle for good governance, social justice, accountability, and sustainable development across Bauchi State. He assured the people of Bauchi State that his commitment to their progress, unity, and development remains unwavering, promising to continue providing purposeful leadership and effective representation at all levels.
