APC CHIEFTAIN JONATHAN VASTA RESIGNS FROM PARTY IN NIGER STATE

By: Muftau Fatimo
A prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Niger State, Jonathan Vasta, has resigned his membership of the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Vasta announced his decision in a resignation letter addressed to the APC chairman of Gulu Angwa-Gulu Ward in Lapai Local Government Area of the state.
In the letter dated October 19, 2026, the APC chieftain cited personal reasons for his decision to leave the party, bringing an end to his 13-year membership.
He wrote, “I wish to write to inform you of my decision to resign my membership of the All Progressive Congress (APC), Niger State, with effect from Monday, 19th October, 2026.”
Vasta also expressed appreciation to the party for giving him the opportunity to serve in various capacities during his time as a member.
Known for his outspoken views as an APC chieftain in Niger State, his resignation comes ahead of the 2027 general elections.
However, Vasta did not disclose his next political move or indicate whether he would join another political party.
