15 Talking Points on Ganduje Suspension by Court as APC National Chairman
A Kano State High Court has affirmed the suspension of Abdullahi Ganduje as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), following an ex parte order.
The court’s ruling was made public on April 17, 2024, amidst ongoing legal and political disputes within the APC.
This development comes after the suspension of Ganduje by his ward in Kano, a decision that was denounced by the legitimate Executive Committee of the Ganduje Ward, reaffirming Dr. Ganduje as a bonafide member of the party in good standing.
The court has directed the APC to maintain the status quo ante belum as from April 15, 2024, and has instructed the State Working Committee of APC Kano to refrain from interfering with the decision of the ward executives.
This legal action against Ganduje was initiated by individuals affiliated with the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), in what was described by the APC as a political persecution campaign against Ganduje.
The APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, has emphasized that the perpetrators behind the purported suspension are not card-carrying members of the APC in the ward, but individuals associated with senior officials and representatives of the NNPP.
The court has ordered Ganduje to stop parading himself as a member of the APC and to refrain from leading the National Working Committee (NWC) of the party in all its actions.
The legal action follows allegations of corruption against Ganduje, particularly the “dollar video” scandal, which has been a point of contention and embarrassment for the APC-led federal government.
Despite the court’s decision, there remains significant support for Ganduje within the APC, with the party’s leadership in his ward challenging the legitimacy of the suspension.
The suspension and legal proceedings against Ganduje have caused a stir within the political landscape of Kano State and the country at large, with implications for the stability and unity of the APC.
This situation highlights the ongoing internal power struggles and legal challenges faced by political parties and their leadership in Nigeria.
The court’s decision has prompted discussions on the need for transparency and accountability within political parties and the broader political system in Nigeria.
The legal battle between Ganduje and his opponents within the APC is seen by some as a reflection of the broader political tensions and divisions within the party.
The outcome of this legal case may have significant implications for the future of the APC, particularly in terms of party leadership and direction.
The suspension of Ganduje as the National Chairman of the APC by a court order underscores the intricate interplay between the judiciary, political parties, and governance in Nigeria.
