Shocker as APC National Chairman, Umar Ganduje, Resigns

Shocker as APC National Chairman, Umar Ganduje, Resigns

Abuja, Nigeria — June 27, 2025

In a stunning and unexpected development, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Alhaji Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has tendered his resignation with immediate effect.

Ganduje, who cited health concerns as the reason for his decision, said he would now shift focus to his personal well-being. The resignation comes less than two years after he assumed the party’s top office.

Background and Tenure

Ganduje, a two-term former Governor of Kano State (2015–2023), was elected APC National Chairman in August 2023, during a period of heightened internal strife within the ruling party. His tenure has been riddled with controversy, from factional battles to policy clashes with party stakeholders.

Resignation and Allegations

Although Ganduje’s resignation letter attributes his departure to health-related issues, multiple party sources suggest deeper undercurrents may have influenced the decision.

Insiders point to escalating political tension within the APC leadership and mounting allegations of financial impropriety. Reports indicate that several party members had expressed dissatisfaction with what they described as “excessive financial demands” imposed by Ganduje’s office.

One flashpoint was the reported outcry from aspiring candidates for the FCT Area Council elections, who allegedly faced steep fees to secure the party’s nomination.

What This Means for the APC

Ganduje’s resignation is seen as a seismic shift in the APC’s power dynamics, with implications for party unity ahead of upcoming elections.

As of press time, the APC has yet to release an official statement on the resignation, fueling speculation about internal crisis and the next phase of party leadership.

Observers within and outside the APC are now watching closely as the party navigates this sudden leadership vacuum..