Supporters of the All Progressives Congress in Zamfara State have cautioned Aminu Sani Jaji, the lawmaker representing Kaura/Birnin Magaji Federal Constituency, over actions they believe are detrimental to the party’s unity.
The group has called on Jaji to clarify his political stance, claiming that his recent behavior appears to be at odds with the APC’s objectives.
They further urged him to refrain from any conduct that could divide the party within the state.
In a statement issued, Muhammad Kabir Birnin Magaji, chairman of an APC supporters’ group, criticized Jaji for his alleged actions, which led to his suspension from the party. “We have repeatedly warned him to stop linking himself with the party, as his actions and utterances do not reflect the values of the APC,” Kabir said. “His continuous attempts to associate with us are deceptive and unacceptable.”
The group dismissed Jaji’s criticisms of former Governor Bello Matawalle, calling them unfounded. They argued that Jaji’s political trajectory has largely been shaped by the influence of both Matawalle and former Governor Abdulaziz Yari. Kabir pointed to a major point of contention—Jaji’s reported dissatisfaction with the handling of seven trucks of rice donated by President Bola Tinubu during Ramadan, which were distributed under Matawalle’s supervision.
“The minister launched the distribution, and genuine APC members witnessed it being shared peacefully across the state,” Kabir said. “Why is Jaji so pained about this? He is not the only lawmaker in the party from Zamfara—there are senators and other representatives ahead of him.”
Kabir further noted that Matawalle had personally funded the distribution of over 50 trucks of rice, distributed one billion naira to the party’s stakeholders, and donated 100 cows to APC supporters in Zamfara during the Sallah celebrations.
APC supporters expressed concerns about Jaji’s political stance and questioned his commitment to the party in Zamfara’s political landscape. Some party members accused him of working against the APC’s interests and alleged that he was collaborating with Governor Lawal Dare of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
“Why is Jaji so concerned about this if he is not working with the PDP?” Kabir asked, reflecting the growing skepticism within the party.
The group also criticized Jaji’s strained relationship with Zamfara APC Chairman Tukur Danfulani, suggesting that his actions could exacerbate internal divisions. They also raised concerns about his political maneuvering regarding former Governors Matawalle and Yari, both of whom remain key figures in the state’s politics.
“It is absurd for Jaji to compare himself to Matawalle, whose leadership and political experience far surpass anything Jaji has achieved,” Kabir said. “He claims to be a loyal APC member, yet his actions suggest otherwise, as he maintains undisclosed ties with the opposition. Such conduct raises serious concerns about his commitment to the party’s goals.”
The supporters encouraged Jaji to leave the APC and test his political relevance independently.
“Political strength is best measured by the support of the people. If Jaji believes he commands significant influence, he should consider contesting under a different platform to gauge his true standing,” Kabir said. “The APC in Zamfara remains committed to unity and discipline. Any form of disloyalty undermines our collective strength. Securing re-election requires strong political backing. It remains to be seen whether Jaji can achieve that without the support of prominent leaders like Matawalle and Yari.”