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How ex- AGF Malami, former Rep Koko allegedly imported bandits to cause mayhem in Kebbi
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A grand plot reportedly orchestrated by ex- Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), and ex-Representative Muhammad Shehu Koko to destabilise Kebbi State has backfired.
The duo, now prominent figures in the African Democratic Congress (ADC), allegedly imported bandits and thugs to wreak havoc in the state, only to be met with fierce resistance from enraged residents and loyal All Progressives Congress (APC) supporters.
The incident, which happened last Monday in Birnin Kebbi, has exposed the underhanded tactics of Malami and Koko, revealing a sordid pact rooted in political desperation and criminal collusion.
According to multiple sources, Malami and Koko, both recent defectors from the APC to the ADC, conspired to unleash chaos in Kebbi State to bolster their fledgling political relevance.
Malami, who served as AGF from 2015 to 2023 under the late President Muhammadu Buhari, resigned from the APC on July 2, 2025, and joined the ADC, reportedly nursing ambitions for the Kebbi governorship in 2027.
Koko, a former House of Representatives member for Koko/Maiyama Federal Constituency, was suspended by the APC in May 2025 alongside nine others for alleged anti-party activities, disloyalty, and harassment of party executives.
Sources claim the duo’s defection was fueled by their rejection by Kebbi’s political mainstream, prompting them to resort to thuggery and violence to intimidate opponents and assert dominance.
“It’s no secret that Koko has a long history of thuggery,” said a senior APC official in Birnin Kebbi, speaking anonymously.
“Before he wormed his way into politics, he was known for hiring bandits to terrorise rivals. Now, he’s found a willing partner in Malami, who’s using his legal clout to shield Koko from his corruption trial.
“Their plan was to destabilise Kebbi, make it look like the APC is losing control, and position themselves as saviours. But the people of Kebbi are wiser than that.”
The plot unravelled on Monday when Malami’s convoy, supposedly on a condolence visit to families in Birnin Kebbi, was allegedly used as a cover to transport armed thugs and bandits to the APC state headquarters along Old NITEL Road.
Malami claimed his convoy was attacked by “suspected political thugs” emerging from the APC office, a narrative he peddled to journalists, lamenting that “about 10 vehicles were vandalised” and supporters injured.
However, multiple eyewitnesses and residents paint a starkly different picture, accusing Malami and Koko of orchestrating the violence themselves.
“They weren’t attacked; they were the attackers,” said a local trader who witnessed the chaos, also speaking anonymously.
“Malami and Koko brought these hoodlums to vandalise the APC secretariat and intimidate supporters. They thought they could bully their way into relevance, but the people of Birnin Kebbi wouldn’t have it.
“Residents and APC loyalists spotted the thugs, chased them down, and stopped their nonsense. That’s why Malami is crying foul now – his plan failed, and he’s embarrassed.”
Sources added that Koko personally mobilised the bandits, leveraging his longstanding connections with men of the underworld.
“Koko has been linked to bandits for years,” a security operative in Kebbi revealed. “He uses them to harass opponents, disrupt elections, and create fear.
“This time, he promised Malami an army of thugs to boost his ADC campaign, while Malami, with his legal influence, assured Koko protection from his ICPC troubles. It’s a dirty deal, plain and simple.”
The Kebbi State Police Command has launched an investigation into the incident.
A Federal High Court in Abuja has trashed a suit seeking to prevent former President Goodluck Jonathan from contesting the 2027 presidential election.
The suit, filed by Johnmary Jideobi, asked the court to restrain Jonathan from running under any political party and to stop the Independent National Electoral Commission from accepting or publishing his name as a candidate. It cited Sections 1(1), 1(2), 1(3), and 137(3) of the 1999 Constitution to challenge his eligibility.
The court’s dismissal clears Jonathan to contest if he chooses to run.
The ruling comes days after a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party led by Kabiru Tanimu Turaki reportedly granted Jonathan a waiver and endorsed him as the party’s sole presidential candidate for 2027.
Jonathan served as president from 2010 to 2015, completing the term of late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua and winning the 2011 election.
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Wave of Defections Hit APC In Northern Nigeria As Senators, Lawmakers Resigned from Party Over Primaries
A wave of political defections has rocked the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bauchi State following the fallout of its 2026 primaries, as several lawmakers, former candidates, and party chieftains dumped the party over allegations of irregularities and lack of internal democracy.Politics
The development has seen prominent politicians, including Senators and members of the House of Representatives, resigning their membership of the APC and joining opposition parties, particularly the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP).
Leading the latest defections is the Senator representing Bauchi South Senatorial District, Shehu Buba Umar, who announced his resignation from the APC and formally joined the PRP after withdrawing from the party’s governorship primary, which he said was marred by irregularities.
He was followed by the Senator representing Bauchi North, Samaila Kaila Dahuwa, who also exited the APC after losing his return ticket, citing lack of fairness and internal democracy within the party.
In his resignation statement, Buba Umar accused the APC of “absence of internal democracy, marginalisation of genuine party members, and disregard for grassroots voices,” adding that his move to the PRP followed extensive consultations with political associates, youth groups, women organizations, and stakeholders across Bauchi State.
According to him, the PRP offers a more people-focused platform anchored on justice, transparency, and accountability, stressing that his new political direction is aimed at strengthening democratic governance and improving the welfare of citizens.
“Our people deserve better governance, better opportunities, and leadership that truly listens,” he said, urging his supporters to join him in building a stronger movement within the PRP.
The wave of defections also includes members of the National Assembly. The lawmaker representing Jama’are/Itas-Gadau Federal Constituency, Rabilu Bala Kashuri, resigned from the APC after failing to secure a reelection ticket.
Similarly, former deputy governorship candidate and ex-lawmaker, Shehu Aliyu Musa, also dumped the party, citing poor leadership, injustice, and lack of cohesion among APC stakeholders in the state.
In another resignation, former Bauchi State House of Assembly Majority Leader and aspirant for Katagum Federal Constituency, Tijjani Mohammed Aliyu, accused the APC primaries of being predetermined, alleging vote allocation and violations of party guidelines.
He described the process as a “selection exercise” rather than a democratic primary, saying it undermined the founding principles of the party.
Also leaving the party is traditional titleholder and politician, Abubakar Dahuwa Abdulkadir, who condemned the primaries as unfair and discriminatory, while accusing the party of failing to conduct direct primaries in his constituency.
Another aspirant, Sulaiman Sunusi Lalaye, resigned from the APC, stating that his decision was based on persistent irregularities and injustice within the party structure.
He formally notified the party of his withdrawal from the House of Assembly race, adding that he could no longer continue under what he described as a compromised system.
Similarly, Rabi’u Abubakar Bishi also announced his resignation, citing internal crises and unfair treatment of members.
He said his exit was necessary to remain committed to his principles of good governance and political integrity.
Across Bauchi State, aggrieved APC members continue to accuse the party of lacking transparency in its primary elections, alleging that candidates were imposed rather than elected through proper democratic processes.
As the political tension deepens, observers say the mass defections could significantly reshape the political landscape in Bauchi ahead of the next general elections.
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