A political pressure group, the Zango-Kataf/Jaba Coalition for All Progressives Accountability, has warned the All Progressives Congress (APC) against alleged moves to impose the incumbent lawmaker, Amos Gwamna, for a third term, cautioning that such a decision could trigger an internal crisis and weaken the party’s electoral prospects.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the group’s national coordinator, Barr. Maikano Mendous, and secretary, Danladi Ishaku, said credible indications suggest that the lawmaker representing Zango/Jaba Federal Constituency is being positioned for an automatic ticket ahead of the party’s primaries.
“Imposition will backfire. The people of Zango/Jaba are politically conscious, highly organised at the grassroots, and will not accept decisions taken without consultation, consensus-building, and respect for existing political understanding,” the statement read.
The coalition described the political atmosphere as sensitive, warning that any attempt to sidestep due process could ignite avoidable tension. It also alleged that Mr Gwamna had previously expressed interest in contesting the Kaduna South Senatorial seat, encouraging others to pursue the House of Representatives ticket, before reversing his position.
“A sudden reversal of that position raises concerns and creates confusion within the party,” the group stated, adding that such inconsistencies erode trust and fuel rivalry among stakeholders.
The coalition linked growing internal discontent to the recent defection of a former aide to the Deputy Senate President, Rijo Shekari, to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing it as a sign of rising dissatisfaction.
It called on the APC leadership at state and national levels, as well as the Kaduna State Governor, to urgently intervene and ensure a transparent, competitive primary process.
“Transparency is the only path to party unity and electoral success. Anything short of that risks deepening divisions and weakening the APC’s chances in Zango/Jaba,” the group added.
The coalition reaffirmed that leadership must reflect the will of the people, warning that any attempt to override that will would be met with strong resistance and possible electoral consequences.
