APC Crisis Deepens as Edu Lawmaker Saba Gideon Resigns

The Kwara APC crisis has taken another dramatic turn as Hon. Saba Yisa Gideon, the lawmaker representing Edu State Constituency in the Kwara State House of Assembly, officially resigned his membership from the All Progressives Congress (APC).

His exit reflects growing discontent within the ruling party regarding internal democracy, fairness, and transparency.

Why Saba Gideon Left the APC

In a formal resignation letter dated August 19, 2026, addressed to the APC Ward Chairman of Tsaragi Ward 3 in Edu Local Government Area, the lawmaker stated that his decision followed extensive consultations with constituents and political stakeholders.

According to reports by Punch Newspapers, Gideon pointed directly to recent internal friction as the main reason for his exit. He explained that a lack of fairness and inclusiveness forced him to reconsider his membership, further exposing the ongoing Kwara APC crisis.

Key factors highlighted by the lawmaker include:

• Lack of Internal Democracy: Concerns over how party leadership handles internal affairs and treats members.
• Need for Fairness: Growing frustration over the exclusion of key stakeholders from decision-making processes.
• Constituent Demands: Widespread advice from local community leaders and voters to leave the party platform.

Past Tensions in the State Assembly

The resignation follows months of political tension between Gideon and the leadership of the Kwara State House of Assembly.

As covered by Naija News, the legislature suspended the lawmaker in late 2025 over allegations of unparliamentary conduct. However, the Kwara State High Court overturned the suspension in February 2026, ruling that the action was unlawful and violated the lawmaker’s constitutional rights.

That legal victory widened the gap between Gideon and the party leadership, setting the stage for his eventual exit amid the worsening Kwara APC crisis.

Commitment to Representation and Next Moves

Despite leaving the ruling party, Gideon, who serves as Chairman of the House Committee on Livestock, assured his constituents that his focus on public service remains unchanged. He pledged to continue delivering effective representation, community projects, and accountable leadership to the people of Edu State Constituency.

As reported by The Nation Newspaper, Gideon is not the only lawmaker reconsidering their party alignment, signaling broader shifts across the state.

While the lawmaker has not yet announced which political party he intends to join next, his departure underscores the impact of the Kwara APC crisis as political figures realign and prepare for future electoral contests.