Ganduje Steps Down Amid Rumours of Health Issues and Political Pressure
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) was thrown into disarray on Friday following reports that its National Chairman, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, had resigned from office. The news, which spread swiftly across the party’s national secretariat at 40 Blantyre Street, Wuse 2, Abuja, sparked whispers, confusion, and growing unease among staff and visitors alike.
Though no official statement had been issued as of Friday evening, sources within the party confirmed that Ganduje tendered his resignation to the National Working Committee (NWC), citing a series of unresolved internal issues. His abrupt exit makes him the third APC chairman to leave office before completing their term, following the likes of Adams Oshiomhole and Abdullahi Adamu.
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Observers noted unusual movements of high-ranking party members entering and leaving the premises in silence shortly before the news broke. Staff present at the time described a tense atmosphere, with some seen discreetly removing personal items from the chairman’s office.
A party staff member, who requested anonymity, revealed that Ganduje’s resignation might be linked to mounting pressures over his controversial push for a one-party state and alleged involvement in plans to replace Vice President Kashim Shettima. According to the source, “He’s a good man, but the presidency has made it clear they no longer want him in that position. Once that happens, it’s only a matter of time.”
Speculation has been further fuelled by Ganduje’s rumoured health concerns, as well as internal divisions between the presidency and the APC leadership. Meanwhile, the National Publicity Secretary, Barrister Felix Morka, has remained silent, refusing to respond to calls for confirmation.
As the party grapples with yet another leadership shake-up, members and analysts alike are left pondering what direction the APC will take next — and whether this resignation marks the beginning of a deeper political realignment within the ruling party.
