The political atmosphere within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) was thrown into confusion on Friday night following the reported resignation of the party's National Chairman, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.
Although no official statement has been released by the APC as of the time of filing this report, credible sources within the party confirmed to NATIONAL PANEL that the former Kano State governor had indeed stepped down from his position.
A senior party official who spoke under the condition of anonymity said, "Yes, it is true. He has resigned," but failed to provide details surrounding the decision or the timing of the resignation.
The development has left many party stakeholders and political observers in the dark, with speculations rife over the possible reasons for Ganduje’s sudden exit.
Some insiders suggest internal power struggles within the APC may have prompted the move, while others cite ongoing controversies surrounding his leadership and political challenges from his home state, Kano.
As of press time, there had been no formal communication from the APC National Working Committee (NWC) or its spokesperson to confirm or deny the report, adding to the growing uncertainty.
Ganduje, who assumed office in August 2023 following the resignation of Senator Abdullahi Adamu, was brought in to stabilize the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
His short tenure has witnessed both praise and criticism over party management, zoning arrangements, and reconciliation efforts.
The situation has sparked anxiety within the party's rank and file, with members awaiting official clarification in the coming hours or days.
More details to follow as the story unfolds.
