Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has resigned from his position, effective immediately, citing health reasons. According to reports, Ganduje’s resignation letter attributes his decision to health concerns, but sources suggest that political tension within the party may have also played a role ¹.
Key Details:
- Resignation Date: June 27, 2025
- Reason: Health concerns, according to Ganduje’s resignation letter
- Possible Underlying Factors: Political tension within the party, agitation from stakeholders in the North Central region, and mounting internal oppositions against the party leader
- Potential Replacement: A national vice chairman of the party, pending convention in December
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Reactions and Implications:
- The APC has yet to issue an official statement on Ganduje’s resignation, leaving many to speculate about the implications for the party.
- Ganduje’s tenure as APC chairman was marked by controversy and challenges, including a suspension and court battles.
- A Kano State High Court had granted an ex parte order restraining Ganduje from parading himself as a member of the party, but a Federal High Court in Abuja struck out a suit seeking his removal as APC Chairman
