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APC Media Coalition Calls for Resignation of Kano Party Chairman, Threatens Legal Action

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By Abbas Yushau Yusuf

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Coalition of Media Pressure Groups in Kano State has called for the immediate resignation of the APC State Chairman, Alhaji Abdullahi Abbas, citing a series of internal crises, alleged corruption, and divisive leadership practices.

Speaking at a press conference held at the Kano NUJ Secretariat on Saturday , the Chairman of the Coalition, Nura Na’annabi, expressed disappointment over what he described as the deteriorating condition of the APC under the leadership of Abdullahi Abbas. He said the group, made up of various grassroots APC support groups such as Yan Takwas and Kadangaren Bakin Tulu Representation, is concerned about the future of the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Na’annabi said the party had suffered from a lack of cooperation among members, rampant allegations of corruption, lack of transparency in the conduct of primary elections, and general disintegration of party structure in the state. He stated that these issues are evidence of failed leadership under the current party chairman.

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“We are happy with the stepping down of Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje as the National Chairman of the APC, and we are optimistic that the new national leadership under Bukar Dalori will bring reform and transparency,” Na’annabi noted.

He added that it was time for the APC in Kano to experience a similar change. “We are using this opportunity to call on the Kano State APC Chairman, Alhaji Abdullahi Abbas, to resign immediately for the sake of the party’s future.”

The group also accused Abbas of running an autocratic style of leadership, issuing unguided statements, and fostering division within the party, which they say has significantly undermined the APC’s unity and chances in upcoming elections.

On his part, Comrade Abdullahi Abubakar Dangarinan, a leading member of the coalition, urged the Acting National Chairman of the APC, Bukar Dalori, to dissolve all existing state executive councils, including that of Kano. He argued that this would restore credibility and unity within the party structure.

“We urge Bukar Dalori to consider this a priority step in bringing back the party’s lost charisma and public trust,” Dangarinan said. “Abdullahi Abbas must resign before July 5, or we will not hesitate to take legal action against him.”

Dangarinan also expressed support for efforts by the national leadership to reconcile with political stakeholders, including the potential return of Engineer Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso to the APC fold.

The group maintained that failure to address their concerns would result in further legal and political action to restore accountability and internal democracy within the APC in Kano State.

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Just In:President Tinubu Sacks Minister Of Finance

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle in the membership of the Federal Executive Council.

According to a memo signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, two cabinet members, Mr. Wale Edun and Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa are to leave the cabinet while their replacements have been named.

Edun, until the latest development, was the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy. He has been directed to hand over to Mr. Taiwo Oyedele who is now to take over as Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy. Oyedele was formerly a Minister of State in the ministry.

Also Mr. Muttaqha Rabe Darma (PhD .) has been named as the ministerial nominee and minister designate for the Housing and Urban Development Ministry.

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The memo also directed Dangiwa to hand over to the Minister of State in the ministry.

The memo stated that “all handing over and taking over processes should be completed on or before close of business on Thursday 23rd April, 2026.”

Explaining the President’s decision, Akume said: “These changes are aimed at strengthening cohesion, synergy in governance as well as achieving more impactful delivery on the economy to Nigerians, through the Renewed Hope Agenda.”

He said the President, in approving the cabinet reshuffle, has fully exercised his powers as conferred on him by Sections 147 and 148 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (1999, as amended).

The President thanked the outgoing ministers for their services to the nation while wishing them the best in all their future endeavours.

The President, Akume noted, equally assured all cabinet members that “the process of reinvigoration shall be continuous.”

Signed:

Yomi Odunuga,
Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation

21-04-2026

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JUST IN: FG Files 13 Count Charges Against Alleged Coup Plotters

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By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

The Federal Government has filed a 13-count charge before the Federal High Court in Abuja against individuals accused of plotting to overthrow President Bola Tinubu. Among those named in the suit are a retired major general, a retired naval captain, a serving police inspector, and three other suspects.

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According to security sources, the coup was scheduled to be executed on Nigeria’s Independence Day. However, the plot was uncovered after preparations and plans were leaked, leading to its successful disruption.

The development prompted the Federal Government to cancel the Independence Day programme—a move described as highly unusual by political observers.

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BIKOBA Mourns EX-NFA Chairman, Ibrahim Galadima

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The leadership, and the entire members of Birnin-Kudu Old Boys Association (BIKOBA) mourn the passing of the former president of the Association, and former Chairman of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Galadima, who died Saturday, the 18th of April 2026, after a protracted illness.

Alhaji Ibrahim Galadima, who died at the age of 78, was the fourth president of BIKOBA, having served two consecutive terms between 1993-1997, and being a member of ’71 class chapter of the Association.

Remarking on the passing of the elderstateman, President of BIKOBA, Alhaji Ja’afar Usman Muhammad (Turakin Gaya), described him as an astute football administrator and one of the most influential figures in Nigerian sports.
He said, after diligently serving BIKOBA as it’s fourth president, late Ibrahim Galadima had also served in various capacities at national and sub-national levels, as one time Commissioner of Information, Kano State while noting that his tenure as Chairman of the Nigeria Football Federation (2002–2006), was full of success stories, culminating to the growth and develpoment of sporting sub sector in Nigeria.

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He similarly served with distinction as the Chairman of the Kano State Sports Commission, where he played a vital role in promoting sports at both grassroots and elite levels, said BIKOBA President.

“Being one of the founding fathers of Kano Pillars FC, late Galadima also laid a solid foundation for the club’s growth into a dominant force in Nigerian football, adding that, his legacy, leadership, and passion for the game will continue to be remembered in the history of the club”

The president, on behalf of the executive committee and entire members of BIKOBA, extends heartfelt condolences to the immediate family of the deceased, his friends, the government, the good people of Kano State, as well as the entire Nigerian football community over the irreparable loss.

In a statement signed by National publicity secretary of the association Malam Mahmud Ibrahim Kwari said BIKOBA also prays that Almighty Allah grants late Ibrahim Galadima Aljannatul Firdaus, Ameen.

 

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