By Uzair Adam
The member representing Kano Municipal Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Engr. Sagir Ibrahim Koki, has resigned his membership from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), citing persistent internal leadership crises within the party.
In a resignation letter dated November 11, 2025, and addressed to the NNPP Ward Chairperson of Zaitawa Ward, Kano Municipal, Koki said his decision to leave the party was made in accordance with his constitutional rights and the NNPP’s internal provisions.
He stated, “My decision to exit the NNPP becomes necessary because the internal crisis in the party leadership at the centre has made it difficult, if not impossible, for me to continue discharging my duties and provide my people, the good people of Kano Municipal, with the desired representation in the House of Representatives.”
Hon. Koki, who also serves as the Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream), appreciated the NNPP for the opportunity to serve under its platform.
“I thank the party most sincerely for the opportunity accorded me to serve under its platform. The support, trust and experience I have gained during my reign as a member have been invaluable, and I remain deeply grateful to the leadership and members of the party at all levels,” he added.
Although he did not indicate his next political move, sources close to the lawmaker told The Daily Reality that consultations are ongoing regarding his future political direction.
Koki, a professional engineer and member of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (MNSE), was elected on the NNPP platform during the 2023 general elections.
His resignation comes amid a wave of defections and internal disagreements that have continued to rock the NNPP both at the national and state levels.