Ibrahim Lamido Defects Over Insecurity

Senator Ibrahim Lamido, representing Nigeria — Sokoto East Senatorial District, defected from the Nigeria — All Progressives Congress to the Nigeria — African Democratic Congress. He cited the worsening insecurity in his district, characterized by daily killings, kidnappings, and displacement by bandits, as the primary reason for his move. Ibrahim Lamido accused the Nigeria — All Progressives Congress at both state and federal levels of failing to protect the people. He also rejected the assessment by Nigeria — Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Ali that security efforts were yielding positive results, insisting that the situation in Nigeria — Sokoto East Senatorial District remains critical. Ibrahim Lamido emphasized that his decision was driven by the collective will of his constituents, who believe the Nigeria — African Democratic Congress can offer a better approach to addressing their plight, despite the party's internal legal disputes. He called for urgent action from state and federal authorities, including increased deployment of security personnel, improved intelligence, and humanitarian support, alongside long-term strategies to address poverty, unemployment, and lack of education.