36 Years Of Friendship Shattered: Kashim Imam Speaks Out Against Tinubu

Kashim Imam, a senior figure in the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has officially ended his 36-year friendship with President Bola Tinubu.

Imam announced the break on , saying his decision was guided by conscience and faith. Criticizing Tinubu’s administration, he described the current state of governance as an unprecedented injustice since Nigeria’s creation.

The ADC leader, who serves as Chairman of Membership Registration and Revalidation and North East National Leader, argued that Nigeria’s challenges stem not from a lack of resources but from poor leadership.

He wrote, “I was a close ally of Tinubu for 36 years, but today I decided to part ways with him out of fear of God and a rejection of injustice. Since the creation of Nigeria, I have never seen injustice like this one.

“I now support Atiku Abubakar in the pursuit of justice and the rescue of the nation. There’s an abundance of wealth in this country—whether hidden or visible—but our main problem is injustice from our leaders, and it has never been this severe.”

Imam also downplayed the influence of governors, insisting that real power lies with ordinary Nigerians who will make the right choices in elections.

He added, “As Sardauna said, even if all Nigerian governors support Tinubu, it wouldn’t change anything. Governors do not vote. The poor hold the vote. This time, the poor are demanding their rights. They know which leaders are for them and which are against them.”