The Jajiyya political movement, a faction within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara State, has raised serious concerns over alleged irregularities in the party’s ongoing electronic membership registration. The group is now appealing to the APC’s National Secretariat to step in and address what they describe as systemic exclusion of their members from the process.
During a press conference held in Gusau, Alhaji Isiyaka Ajiya, the Chairman of the Jajiyya APC Political Movement, expressed frustration over what he termed a deliberate attempt to sideline their members, particularly those loyal to House of Representatives member Aminu Jaji. He emphasized that while the APC had rolled out a nationwide e-registration initiative to modernize and expand its membership base, the situation in Zamfara appeared to deviate from the party’s stated objectives.
Ajiya pointed to widespread allegations of manipulation, where certain factions within the state’s APC leadership were accused of blocking Jajiyya members from registering. He argued that such actions not only undermined the credibility of the exercise but also risked deepening divisions within the party ahead of critical electoral activities.
The movement’s chairman called for an impartial probe into the registration process, stressing the need for transparency to restore confidence among aggrieved members. He warned that failure to address these grievances could erode trust in the party’s internal democracy and weaken its cohesion.
To prevent further discord, Ajiya urged the APC’s national leadership to take swift action, including possible sanctions against officials found culpable in the alleged misconduct. He also proposed stricter oversight measures to ensure future exercises adhere to fairness and due process.
In closing, Ajiya appealed to the media and independent observers to closely monitor developments, ensuring that the party’s response aligns with democratic principles. He reiterated the movement’s commitment to resolving the issue through dialogue but insisted that justice and accountability must prevail for the APC to maintain its unity and public standing.