The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has dismissed the purported expulsion of lawmaker representing Kiru/Bebeji Federal Constituency in Kano State, Abdulmumin Jibrin, describing it as “baseless and unauthorised.”

In a statement issued in Abuja late Saturday, the party’s National Secretary, Oginni Sunday, said the announcement lacked legitimacy.

Naijaonpoint reports that Sunday explained that the declaration was made by Hashim Dungurawa, a former Kano State chairman who had earlier been expelled from the NNPP.

He described Dungurawa’s action as “a joke taken too far,” adding that “a non-member cannot attempt to expel a sitting federal lawmaker.”

The party further cited an April 2, 2025, judgment of a Federal Capital Territory High Court and a ruling from an Abia State High Court, which confirmed the expulsion of Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso and his allies, including Dungurawa.

Rift With Kwankwasiyya

According to Sunday, Jibrin’s refusal to align with Kwankwaso’s camp angered the Kwankwasiyya movement, which allegedly sought to undermine him in retaliation.

He warned that Governor Abba Yusuf’s continued loyalty to Kwankwaso could jeopardise NNPP’s hold on Kano in 2027.

“One of the smartest ways for Yusuf to secure a win in Kano in 2027 is to travel to Lagos and tender an apology to the party’s founder and leadership,” Sunday advised.

Jibrin, a former Director-General of the Tinubu Support Group and a key political figure in Kano, rejected the decision, calling it “a rude shock.”

“The interview I granted in English and Hausa, which the party cited, 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 a military dictatorship, an accused is subjected to a court-martial.”

On allegations of defaulting in financial obligations, Jibrin denied the claims. “Let them issue me an invoice and I will settle it promptly,” he added.

The lawmaker also berated the party for what he described as poor recognition of members’ efforts.

“The party does not believe anybody has political value or deserves respect at various levels,” Jibrin said.