Shehu Buba defection from APC to PRP as Bauchi senator quits ruling party over internal democracy concerns and joins PRP
Senator Shehu Buba Umar, representing Bauchi South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, has formally resigned from the All Progressives Congress, APC, and joined the Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, citing what he described as deep concerns over internal democracy and party management.
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The announcement was made on Sunday following his withdrawal from the APC governorship primary in Bauchi State, where Senator Shehu Buba Umar alleged irregularities and breaches of party guidelines during the exercise.
Shehu Buba left APC to PRP marks a significant political shift in Bauchi State, coming after weeks of internal tension within the ruling party over the conduct of its primary elections.
In his resignation statement, the senator said his decision followed extensive consultations with political associates, youth groups, women associations, party stakeholders and supporters across Bauchi South and beyond.
He criticised the APC for what he described as a lack of internal democracy, unfair treatment of members and growing disregard for grassroots voices within the party structure.
Senator Buba described the Peoples Redemption Party as a platform rooted in justice, transparency, accountability and inclusive governance, adding that his move was driven by a desire to strengthen democratic participation and responsive leadership.
According to him, political parties must uphold fairness and allow members equal opportunity to contribute meaningfully to decision-making processes if democracy is to thrive.
He also called for urgent reforms in governance, stressing the need to address poverty, unemployment, insecurity and economic hardship affecting citizens across the country.
“The time has come for patriotic leaders to unite and rescue the country from poverty, unemployment, insecurity and poor governance,” he said, reaffirming his commitment to people-focused leadership.
The senator further urged his supporters to join him in what he described as a collective effort to promote social justice, accountability and sustainable development in Bauchi State.
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The development is expected to reshape political alignments in the state ahead of future elections, as party stakeholders continue to react to the high-profile defection.
