The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially confirmed the resignation of Abdullahi Ganduje from his position as national chairman.
Ganduje, a former two-term governor of Kano State, stepped down on Friday, citing the need to focus on his health and pressing personal matters. According to the party, the resignation is effective immediately.
Felix Morka, APC’s national publicity secretary, announced the development in a statement Friday night, noting that Ganduje’s resignation letter was submitted to the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) through the national secretary, Ajibola Basiru.
Dalori confirmed as national acting chair
“To ensure continuity in leadership, Deputy National Chairman (North), Ali Dalori, has been directed to take over in an acting capacity until the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) convenes in December to elect a substantive chairman,” Morka stated.
He praised Ganduje for his “invaluable contributions” and commitment to advancing the party’s unity and democratic values during his time in office.
“Throughout his tenure, he dedicated himself to strengthening the party’s unity and cohesion, expounding its democratic ideals and enhancing the party’s electoral competitiveness,” Morka said.
He also highlighted the confidence shown in Ganduje by the party’s NEC and caucus meetings in February 2025, calling it “a profound recognition and honour for his service.”
Morka noted that Ganduje exits the role “with great pride in our collective achievements,” including successful political defections and court rulings that reinforced the legitimacy of the APC’s leadership.
He reassured party members that the APC remains focused on its mission to deliver on President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda and bring meaningful change to Nigerians.
Ganduje took over as APC national chairman in August 2023, following the resignation of his predecessor, Abdullahi Adamu.
