In a dramatic twist signaling deepening cracks within Niger State’s leadership, Deputy Governor Yakubu Garba has reportedly vacated his official apartment, fueling speculation of an imminent resignation. Sources close to the state government confirmed that Garba’s unexpected move follows escalating tensions with Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago over undisclosed political disagreements.
Though no formal resignation has been tendered, the deputy governor’s departure from the government quarters is being interpreted as a clear sign of discontent, sparking anxiety among political observers and residents alike.
Insiders suggest that the rift, which has been quietly brewing for months, reached a boiling point after a series of closed-door meetings between the two leaders failed to yield reconciliation.
The Niger State Government has yet to issue an official statement, but pressure is mounting as calls for clarity grow louder. Political analysts warn that Garba’s possible resignation could trigger a realignment of power and further unsettle the state’s political landscape ahead of 2027.
Is this the beginning of a major political shake-up in Niger State?
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