Human Rights Activist Abba Hikima Withdraws Support for APC Aspirants
Abba Hikima, national coordinator of the Tinubu Must Go movement, has withdrawn his support for some APC aspirants.
In Brief
- •Abba Hikima, national coordinator of the Tinubu Must Go movement, has withdrawn his support for some APC aspirants.
- •Hikima accused APC aspirants of celebrating the alleged oppression of citizens and supporting oppressive leaders.
- •The announcement comes amid a disagreement between the Tinubu Must Go movement and the Kano State Police Command over a planned gathering.
- •Hikima previously declared support for Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf despite being an APC member.
- •The police denied allegations of preventing the Tinubu Must Go movement from holding an event in Kano.
Why It Matters
Hikima's decision to withdraw support for APC aspirants highlights the growing tensions within Nigeria's political landscape. The Tinubu Must Go movement, which has been critical of the APC and its leadership, has been a significant force in the country's political discourse. The movement's actions and statements have the potential to influence the outcome of the upcoming elections and shape the political future of Nigeria.
Key Details
- Movement
- Tinubu Must Go
- Party
- All Progressives Congress (APC)
- State
- Kano
- Governor
- Abba Kabir Yusuf
Context & Background
The Tinubu Must Go movement is a human rights activist group that has been critical of the APC and its leadership. The group has been involved in several political activities, including protests and gatherings, which have sometimes led to tensions with law enforcement agencies.
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