Abdulmumin Jibrin, who represents Kiru/Bebeji federal constituency in Kano, says he has accepted his expulsion from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) but maintains that the decision did not follow due process.
On Saturday, the Kano state chapter of the NNPP expelled Jibrin over alleged anti-party conduct.
Hashim Sulaiman Dungurawa, the state chairman, accused the lawmaker of persistently attacking the party and its leadership in the media.
Dungurawa further labelled Jibrin a “weak politician,” claiming his electoral victory was due to the Kwankwasiyya movement and the NNPP platform, rather than personal influence.
In reaction, Jibrin described the expulsion as “a rude shock,” insisting that the interview he granted in English and Hausa—which was used as the basis for the action—aligned with the ideals of the party and the movement.
“I strongly believe the contents of the interview should not warrant such a heavy penalty,” he said.
“No invitation was extended to me to defend myself before any organ of the party. Even under military dictatorship, an accused is subjected to a court martial.”
Jibrin, who served as director-general of the Tinubu campaign in 2019, said while he would have preferred to remain with the NNPP, he has chosen to accept the leadership’s decision in good faith.
“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,” he said.
“I will rather wish the party well and go in peace. I beg the party to allow me also go in peace.”
Addressing claims that he failed to pay party dues, Jibrin denied neglecting financial obligations.
“I respectfully request the party to send me the invoice and I will promptly pay,” he said, stressing there was no need for court action.
The lawmaker also criticised what he termed the NNPP’s failure to recognise the political worth of its members.
“The party does not believe anybody has political value or deserves respect at various levels,” he said.
“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.”