Arewa APC Forum Withdraws Support For Tinubu, Citing Nepotism, Incompetence

The Arewa APC Forum Kano State chapter has withdrawn its support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s second-term bid.

The group announced the decision in a statement issued on April 17, 2026, after what it described as extensive consultations and careful reflection on the direction of governance at the federal level.

NaijaChoice News obtained the full statement, which criticised the administration over alleged nepotism, incompetence and corruption. The forum said it could no longer back the President “in good conscience.”

“Leadership must inspire confidence, uphold fairness, and demonstrate a sincere commitment to national unity, institutional integrity, and responsible governance,” the statement read.

It added that where such values are persistently undermined, “silence becomes complicity.” The group declared that its confidence in the current political direction has been withdrawn.

Members have been urged to align with the new position in all future political engagements. The statement was signed by Sallah Hakilu Kibiya, chairman of the forum in Kano State.

This development comes as political realignments gather pace ahead of the 2027 general elections. The North remains a critical bloc for the ruling All Progressives Congress, which has relied heavily on northern votes in past cycles.

Observers say the move highlights growing unease within some APC support structures in the region, even as other northern leaders continue to back Tinubu’s re-election. Kano’s political weight makes the withdrawal particularly significant for the party’s northern strategy.

Political analysts told NaijaChoice News the announcement could signal early cracks in the APC’s northern base as different interest groups begin to reposition. The party has not yet issued an official response to the forum’s position.