The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has reportedly resigned from his position, throwing the ruling party into confusion barely two years to the 2027 general elections.
Sources within the APC confirmed that Ganduje tendered his resignation under controversial circumstances, citing internal party pressure and alleged health concerns. However, political observers believe the development is deeply tied to strategic realignments within the party ahead of the next election cycle.
The former Kano State governor, who assumed office as APC National Chairman in August 2023, has faced mounting opposition in recent months, particularly from stakeholders in the North Central zone who insist the chairmanship position be returned to their region in line with zoning principles.
Party insiders also hinted that Ganduje’s resignation may not be unconnected with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 calculations, which allegedly include a possible change in his running mate. Recent reports have fueled speculation that Tinubu is considering former Kano governor and current NNPP senator, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, as his vice-presidential candidate for the next election.
The move, if confirmed, would be a major political twist, especially given the longstanding rivalry between Ganduje and Kwankwaso, both of whom command significant political followership in Kano and across the North-West.
Analysts believe that clearing Ganduje from the APC’s top leadership role may be part of a broader strategy to pave the way for new political alliances, particularly one that could accommodate Kwankwaso.
The APC has yet to release an official statement confirming Ganduje’s resignation or naming his replacement. However, there are indications that a national vice chairman may take over in acting capacity until a new chairman is elected at the next party convention.
As the 2027 elections draw closer, Ganduje’s exit and the ongoing VP speculations may be early signs of the internal recalibrations within the APC as it seeks to consolidate power and reposition itself for the political battles ahead.
