‘Allow me to go in peace’: Jibrin accepts NNPP expulsion

A member representing Kiru/Bebeji Constituency in the House of Representatives, Abdulmumin Jibrin, says he has accepted his expulsion from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).

The Kano State chapter of the NNPP announced Jibrin’s expulsion from the party over alleged anti-party activities on Saturday, September 6, 2025.

Responding via a statement issued on Saturday, Jibrin said although he would have loved to remain in the NNPP, he has no choice but to accept the decision of the party leadership in good faith

Jibrin also described his expulsion from the party as “a rude shock”, adding that the interview he granted in English and Hausa, which formed the basis for his expulsion, was consistent with the principles of the party and its movement.

Jibrin stated: “It came as a surprise and a rude shock, my sudden expulsion from the NNPP.

“I strongly believe the contents of the interview I granted few days ago in English and Hausa should not warrant such heavy penalty because it is in tandem with the core principles of our party and movement which allows for dissenting views overtly or covertly. I expected the party to pick lessons from the interview. For the purpose of emphasis, I stand by all the statements I made in the interviews.

“No invitation was extended to me to defend or explain myself by any organ of the party and in the process, neglecting the very important principle of fair hearing, due process and justice that the NNPP cry out loud and demand from others.

“Even under military dictatorship, an accused is subjected to a court martial. Perhaps, if the appropriate processes were followed, the need for such harsh decision to force me out of a party and family I love so dearly may not be necessary.

NNPP expels Rep Abdulmumin Jibrin over anti-party activities  

“While, I would have loved to stay in the NNPP and continue my service to our people and country despite differences on some issues (which I will address elaborately in due course to avoid people being mislead), the party has made and announced a decision. I am therefore obliged to accept the decision of the party in good faith and without grudges.

“But for the respect I have for the party, its members and leaders, I would have viewed this action as null and void as it failed to follow due process or coming from a factional group of the party and test it in court. I will rather wish the party well and go in peace. I beg the party to allow me also go in peace.”

Speaking on allegations of failure to pay dues, Jibrin denied refusal to contribute financially to the party.

“On the issue of non-payment of my dues, I am appealing to the party that there is no need to go to court as I have never refused to pay my dues. I respectfully request the party to send me the invoice and I will promptly pay,” the lawmaker added.

He further criticised what he described as the NNPP’s disregard for the political value of its members, saying: “The party does not believe anybody has political value or deserves respect at various levels.

“I am grateful to Almighty Allah for whatever value I have, no matter how little. I would rather invest it where it will be appreciated with dignity.”

The Star