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  • Dalori in as Ganduje quits APC chair on health grounds

    Dalori in as Ganduje quits APC chair on health grounds

    • Other NWC members unaffected by resignation

    • NEC meeting to name successor holds soon

    All Progressives Congress (APC) Deputy National Chairman (North), Alhaji Ali Bukar Dalori, is to run the affairs of the party for now as Acting National Chairman following the unexpected resignation of Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje yesterday.

    Ganduje called time on his tenure on health grounds.

    He served for 22 months.

    National Publicity Secretary of the APC, Felix Morka said in a statement in Abuja last  night that the National Leader of the party, President Bola Tinubu has directed Dalori to assume office as National Chairman in an acting capacity pending the meeting of the National Executive Committee (NEC) to be summoned immediately to fill the vacancy created by Ganduje’s exit.

    He said: “The All Progressives Congress wishes to announce the resignation of Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, (CON), as the National Chairman of our great Party. His resignation, which is effective immediately, was offered to enable him attend to urgent and  important personal matters.

    “In his letter of resignation addressed to the National Working Committee (NWC) through the National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Basiru, Dr. Ganduje expressed gratitude to the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for the opportunity to serve the Party at the highest level.

    “The President has directed the Deputy National Chairman (North), Hon. Ali Bukar Dalori, to assume the position of Acting National Chairman,  pending the meeting of the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Party to be summoned immediately to fill the vacancy created by the resignation.”

    Morka noted that throughout Ganduje’s tenure, “he dedicated himself to strengthening Party unity and cohesion, expounding its democratic ideals, and enhancing the Party’s electoral competitiveness. The confidence placed in him by the Party’s NEC and National Caucus meetings in February 2025 was a profound recognition and honour for his service.”

    The party spokesman said that the former national chairman left his position with great pride, recalling his achievements, which include successful defections from opposition parties and legal affirmation of the party leadership’s legitimacy.

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    The party assured its members that it remains steadfast and unwavering in its mission to deliver transformative governance for all Nigerians, in line with President Tinubu’s renewed Hope Agenda.

    Praying for good health and success in Ganduje’s future endeavours, the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) commended his invaluable contributions and distinguished record of service to the Party. 

    Ganduje, the immediate past governor of Kano State, turned in his resignation letter to the APC National Working Committee (NWC) through the National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Bashiru.

    He said he was stepping aside to enable him take care of his well-being.

    The development sparked shock reactions at the Muhammadu Buhari House, national headquarters of the party in Abuja, with staff and party members discussing the resignation.

    Earlier in the day, he had led a delegation of the NWC to pay a condolence visit to Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago at the state’s liaison office in Abuja over the recent Mokwa flood disaster and bandit attacks in Mariga Local Government Area of the state.

    On Thursday, Ganduje and Basiru represented the APC at the second quarterly consultative meeting between INEC and political party leaders at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja.

    A well placed party source who does not want to be named said: “My own suspicion is that the resignation may be a fall out of what happened at the Gombe meeting of APC North East.”

    Angry delegates had disrupted the Gombe meeting, citing alleged omission of the name of Vice President Kashim Shettima during the zone’s endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for a second term.

    A senior party staff said the personal effects of the chairman and those of his aides had been removed from the office.

    Two other members of the NWC contacted on the phone claimed ignorance of the development.

     Our correspondent learnt that a member of the committee who got wind of the development quickly put a call across to his state governor but was assured that the committee would not be affected.

    A source at the party’s national headquarters said that only the National Chairman was affected.

    “It is only the National Chairman that is affected. All other members of the NWC are to carry on in their positions.

    “The office of the National Chairman will be filled during the next National Convention in December,” our source hinted.

    Ganduje is the 6th national chairman of the APC.

    He succeeded Alhaji Abdullahi Adamu.

    Article 14.2 (iii) of the APC constitution stipulates as follows: “The Deputy National Chaiman shall act as National Chairman in the absence of the National Chairman from his zone.”

    Dalori, a former chairman of APC in Borno State, succeeded Senator Abubakar Kyari as Deputy National Chairman (North) following the latter’s appointment as Minister of Agriculture.

    Dalori, an ally of Vice President Shettima, was a five-term local government chairman, two-term member of the Borno State House of Assembly and Special Adviser to Borno State Governor.

    He had also served as a member of Nigeria Railway Corporation Board.

    A substantive national chairman is expected to emerge during the party’s convention scheduled for December.

  • More Governors coming to APC, says Ganduje

    More Governors coming to APC, says Ganduje

    Barely 24 hours after the entire political structure in Delta state defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), National Chairman of the governing Party, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has predicted that more Governors will join the party.

    He also expressed confidence that the 2027 general elections is a done deal for the ruling party.

    He spoke on Thursday in his residence in Abuja when he received some prominent members of the New Nigeria Peoples Party  (NNPP) from Kano State led by Sen. Kawu Sumaila and the immediate past Secretary to Kano State Government, Dr. Abdullahi Baffa Bichi who defected to the APC

    Other deflectors include serving and former members of House of Representatives and House of Assembly. 

    Addressing reporter after a two-and-half hour meeting with the new entrants Ganduje said: “In APC, we believe in our President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, we believe in his economic reforms, we believe in his Renewed Hope Agenda and part of the political renewed hope agenda is trying to canvass for more followership into the party.

    “We started by democratically electing governors, especially in Edo State, who was in PDP, we contested, we succeeded in winning the election, the state is now in APC.

    “Now, there is another channel that has been opened through advocacy, through dialogue, through convincing some highly and even elected governors to come into the party. And you can see what has happened now.

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    “The Governor of Delta State is now in APC, including his cabinet, including all the members of the state assembly and House of Representatives, and the timber and caliber of PDP, now in APC, even including the former vice presidential candidate coming into our party.

    “So you can see that we are expanding. I don’t want to reveal our secret but what I’m telling you is that for APC 2027 is a done deal.” 

    Asked to confirm the rumours of more Governors joining the APC, Ganduje answered: “Yes more governors are coming into APC, I assure you and places where we have election, APC insha’Allah will win those elections.”

    Sumaila, the leader of the defectors, said they have formally come to declare their membership of the ruling APC and pledged to work for the success of the party in the State and at the national level.

    On the impact of their defection on APC, the Senator said: “I will refer you to 2023 general election. Go and check the results. I mean the presidential, senatorial, and House of Representatives elections where we contested the same day, the same polling unit with Kwankwaso. That will give you the answer to your question. 

    The other new members from Kano aside the leaders, include: Kabiru Alhasan Rurmum, representing Rano/Kibiya in Federal House of Representatives; Hon. Abdullahi Sani Rogo; Rt. Hon. Zubairu Hamza Massu, member Kano Assembly; Dr. A B. Baffa Bichi, former Secretary to the State Government; Hon. Mohd Digol, a former Commissioner; Hon. Abbas S. Abbas, a former Commissioner; Hon. Sha’aban Ibrahim Lawal, a former governorship candidate; Hon. Badamasi Ayuba Danbatta,and Hon. Idris Dankuwa, former members House of Representatives. 

  • Nigerians will not regret Tinubu’s leadership, Ganduje assures

    Nigerians will not regret Tinubu’s leadership, Ganduje assures

    The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress  (APC) Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has assured that Nigerians will not regret voting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the end of his first term.

    He gave the assurance in a goodwill message by his Chief Press Secretary, Edwin Olofu to congratulate Muslim Ummah on the celebration of Eid-El-Fitr festival on Sunday in Abuja.

    The former Kano Governor, Ganduje urged Muslim Ummah and Nigerians to pray for President Tinubu to succeed in his effort to take the country from economic doldrums and bringing to an end the lingering security challenges, assuring that “Nigerians will not regret voting for President Tinubu after his first tenure,”

    The APC Chairman, who commended Nigerians for their unwavering support for President’s Renewed Hope Agenda, reaffirmed the APC-led government’s commitment to improving the welfare and well-being of all citizens.

    He however reminded Nigerians that as the country continue on its path of growth, everyone should remain steadfast in promoting unity, peace, and national progress. 

    He congratulated the Muslim Ummah in Nigeria and across the world on the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Fitr, marking the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan.

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    Rejoicing with them for the spiritual renewal and discipline attained during the sacred month of fasting, prayer, and devotion to Almighty Allah, Ganduje urged the faithful to uphold the virtues of piety, selflessness, and compassion that Ramadan represents, while also extending love and kindness to one another, especially the less privileged in society.

    He emphasised that “the lessons of Ramadan—patience, sacrifice, and perseverance—are essential in fostering harmony and strengthening the nation’s democratic institutions.”

    The Chairman prayed that Almighty Allah (SWT) accepts the prayers and sacrifices of the Muslim Ummah and grants them abundant blessings in this season of celebration.

  • Anambra poll: Ganduje calls for unity at meeting with seven APC governorship aspirants, others

    Anambra poll: Ganduje calls for unity at meeting with seven APC governorship aspirants, others

    Ahead of April 5 All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary election in Anambra State, the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) yesterday held an inclusive stakeholders’ meeting with all the seven aspirants and other major stakeholders in the state.

    The meeting held at the APC national secretariat in Abuja where the National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, urged party leaders and members to unite and cooperate for the party to triumph at the polls.

    The chairman also counselled the seven aspirants to support whoever wins the party’s ticket to make Anambra an APC state.

    He stressed that there should be “no anti-party, no sitting on the fences and no lukewarm attitude among all the aspirants and stakeholders”.

    Ganduje added: “So, what we are saying is that we need your cooperation. We, members of the National Working Committee, are just catalysts. Catalysts are not part of the chemical reaction, but we are catalysts.

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    “We (NWC) shall aid; we give an opening environment so that the election will take proper shape. We are not fighting anybody among you. The only thing we want is to have one of you that we can put forward.

    “You know it’s not easy to get the government from any incumbent. It requires a lot of political calculation. So, please, we urge, we beg you. There should be no litigation.”

    The national chairman also appealed to all party members to work for APC’s success at the November 2025 state governorship election, assuring them that they would be winners when the party takes control of governance in the state.

    “You will be fixed to the national grid. As we have been saying, you are now a rural electrification, which is a very weak link. So, help us to help you.

    “You are all equal as far as we are concerned. You are all our children; all the aspirants.

    “So, please, don’t have any stereotype on any of our members concerning this contest. We are all for you. Once one of you gets the ticket, we beg you, please, rally around the winner and become the foot soldiers so that we win this election. We don’t want the Andy Uba episode…”

    The seven aspirants the committee cleared who attended the meeting include Sir Paul Chukwuma, Prof. Obiora Francis Okonkwo, Prince Nicholas Chukwujekwu Ukachukwu, Chukwuma Michael Umeoji, Chief Valentine Chineto Ozigbo, Johnbosco Obinna Onunkwo, and Edozie Madu.

  • Ganduje enjoins Muslims to remember vulnerable

    Ganduje enjoins Muslims to remember vulnerable

    The National Chairman of the governing All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has urrged Muslim ummah to remember the poor, vulnerable, and marginalized as they observe the holy month of Ramadan

    Ganduje in a felicitation statement by Edwin Olofu, his Chief Press Secretary yesterday in Abuja, said “Ramadan is a time for spiritual rejuvenation, introspection, and renewal, and we pray that Allah (SWT) grants us the strength and wisdom to observe the fast with devotion and sincerity.”

    The APC Chairman said: “As we embark on this 29/30-day journey, we urge all Muslims to remain steadfast in their faith and to continue being shining examples of the values of compassion, generosity, and kindness that are hallmarks of our great religion.”

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    Assuring Nigerians that the party remains committed to promoting the welfare and well-being of all Nigerians, regardless of their faith or background, Ganduje said, “We will continue to work tirelessly to address the challenges facing our nation, from economic uncertainty to social inequality.

    “As we observe the fast, let us not forget the less fortunate among us – the poor, the vulnerable, and the marginalized. Let us reach out to them with kindness, compassion, and generosity, and let us work together to build a more inclusive and equitable society.”

    He urged Muslims to offer prayers for President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, seeking divine guidance, strength, and wisdom to successfully implement his Renewed Hope Agenda, which promises to bring about positive transformation to the lives of all Nigerians.

  • Ramadan: Remember the poor, vulnerable, pray for Nigeria, Ganduje tells Muslims

    Ramadan: Remember the poor, vulnerable, pray for Nigeria, Ganduje tells Muslims

    The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has charged the Muslim ummah to remember the poor, vulnerable, and marginalised as they observe the holy month of Ramadan

    Ganduje, in a felicitation statement by Edwin Olofu, his chief press secretary, on Sunday in Abuja, said, “Ramadan is a time for spiritual rejuvenation, introspection, and renewal, and we pray that Allah (SWT) grants us the strength and wisdom to observe the fast with devotion and sincerity.”

    The APC Chairman further stated, “As we embark on this 30-day journey, we urge all Nigerian Muslims to remain steadfast in their faith and to continue being shining examples of the values of compassion, generosity, and kindness that are hallmarks of our great religion.”

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    Assuring Nigerians that the party remains committed to promoting the welfare and well-being of all Nigerians, regardless of their faith or background, Ganduje said, “We will continue to work tirelessly to address the challenges facing our nation, from economic uncertainty to social inequality.”

    The APC Chairman then advised, “As we observe the fast, let us not forget the less fortunate among us – the poor, the vulnerable, and the marginalized. Let us reach out to them with kindness, compassion, and generosity, and let us work together to build a more inclusive and equitable society.”

    He urged Nigerian Muslims to offer prayers for President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, seeking divine guidance, strength, and wisdom to successfully implement his Renewed Hope Agenda, which promises to bring about positive transformation to the lives of all Nigerians.

    He then prayed, “May this sacred month bring you joy, wisdom, and spiritual growth, and may Allah accept your fasting, prayers, and charitable deeds.”

  • Niger tanker explosion: A heartbreaking tragedy – Ganduje

    Niger tanker explosion: A heartbreaking tragedy – Ganduje

    The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has expressed deep sorrow and heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Niger State over the tragic tanker explosion that claimed 86 lives and left many injured.

    The explosion occurred in the early hours of Saturday along Dikko-Maje Road in the Suleja Local Government Area of Niger State.

    Ganduje, in a statement by his chief press secretary, Edwin Olofu, described the incident as a heartbreaking tragedy that has caused immense pain to families and communities across Niger State.

    The statement reads: “We are profoundly saddened by the loss of lives and the suffering caused by this unfortunate incident. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims, the injured, and all those affected. We stand in solidarity with the government and people of Niger State in this moment of grief,” Ganduje said.

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    The APC Chairman commended the swift response of emergency services and called for all necessary support to be extended to the victims and their families. 

    Ganduje equally urged relevant authorities to take proactive measures to prevent a recurrence of such tragic incidents in the future.

    He further assured the government and people of Niger State of the APC’s support during this trying time, while praying for the repose of the souls of the departed and the speedy recovery of the injured.

    The national chairman reiterated his commitment to advocating for improved safety measures in transportation to safeguard lives and property across the country.

  • Ganduje, Wike, Umahi, Lawan,others urge unity, tolerance, peace

    Ganduje, Wike, Umahi, Lawan,others urge unity, tolerance, peace

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    •PDP admonishes citizens to spread love

    The need for unity, peaceful coexistence, love, and tolerance resonated yesterday in the Christmas message of Nigerian leaders to the citizens.

    The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, assured fellow Nigerians that there are better days ahead for the country, despite the current challenges.

    In a statement in Abuja by his Chief Press Secretary, Edwin Olofu, the APC national chairman told fellow citizens that the bold economic reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had started to yield positive results that would be more visible in the new year.

    He expressed optimism that “by next year’s Christmas the economy would have stabilized and better”.

    Ganduje said the festive season should serve as a reminder of the values of love, peace, and unity, as exemplified by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.

    He said: “It is a time for reflection, thanksgiving, and fostering bonds of harmony that strengthen our collective resolve to build a prosperous and united nation.”

    Works Minister Dave Umahi said Nigeria deserves love for the country and devotion to the tenets of peace and progress from its citizens.

    “In a moment like this, we are expected to reflect on our personal devotions to the cause of the nation and the gains of fostering stronger bonds and positive memories in our interpersonal relationships.

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    “As we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ and its significance to our nationhood, I particularly send my warm greetings to the President and Commander-In-Chief of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, and I commend him highly for his profound leadership stewardship that is making the desired difference in our development trajectory,” he said.

    Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike urged residents of the territory to submit to the will of God in the spirit of celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ.

    In a statement by yesterday in Abuja, the minister expressed confidence that with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, things would keep getting better for Nigerians.

    He added: “Therefore, we should use the occasion of the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ to rededicate ourselves to the service of God and humanity.

    “We should also ensure total obedience to the commandments of God.

    “Christians in particular should continue to be obedient to the commandments of God as exemplified by Jesus Christ.”

    Also, the FCT Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, said: “This season is a time to reflect on the values of love, peace, and unity that bind us as a community and as a nation.

    “Let us use this occasion to show kindness to one another, especially to the less privileged among us.

    “This will strengthen the bond that makes the FCT and our nation a beacon of hope and harmony.

    “Together, we can continue to build a nation of inclusiveness, development, and shared prosperity.”

    The senator representing Edo North, Adams Oshiomhole, urged Christians and other Nigerians to spread peace and love during the Yuletide.

    The senator spoke while distributing bags of rice to his constituents at Iyamoh in Edo State.

    He noted that though things were tough, Nigerians should exercise patience with the Tinubu administration that is making things to get better.

    “This rice is not for party members alone, mechanic, tailors, vigilante group should also benefit from the kind gesture.

    “I will never take your support for granted and I assure you I will continue to provide leadership for a better Afemai land,” Oshiomhole said.

    The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged Nigerians to promote and strengthen the bond of love and unity while celebrating this year’s Christmas.

    The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mr. Debo Ologunagba, said this in a statement yesterday in Abuja.

    He urged Nigerians to care for one another without regard to creed, class or divisive considerations.

    The PDP stalwart noted that such a relationship would help Nigerians to face the prevailing economic challenges in the country.

    Ologunagba urged fellow Nigerians not to give up hope and not to allow the current challenges to make them lose sight of the blessings of Christmas, its message of hope and assurance of light at the end of the tunnel.

    “Nigerians must, therefore, stand by and share with one another at this time so that the joy of the season can spread to all.

    “The PDP wishes all Nigerians a merry Christmas,” he added.

  • APC will take over Rivers completely, Ganduje boasts

    APC will take over Rivers completely, Ganduje boasts

    The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has said the party is set to take over the political structures of Rivers State.

    He boasted the oil-rich state belongs to the governing party.

    Ganduje spoke on Wednesday night when the APC National Working Committee (NWC) received the Rivers 2023 governorship candidate of the Action Alliance (AA) Dr. Dawari Ibietela George, into the ruling party.

    Receiving the former federal lawmaker to the fold, Ganduje maintained as a skilled politician, the defection of George to the ruling party would help APC to garner more votes and completely take over the state.

    The National Chairman said there will be a bigger rally in Rivers State to formally receive the new entrant, whom he described as a “big fish” along with his teeming supporters 

    “We are happy to have you join our fold. I know that you are a good politician who contested election and won, and he also contested election and lost.

     “So, get ready for us. Rivers State is our State. In Rivers State, you know we need a rain of votes. So Rivers be ready for us, Rivers will be completely APC.

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    “We have our caretaker committee that will welcome you there but very soon we will hold Congresses in Rivers State to elect our party leadership in APC, therefore those who are coming with you will be given opportunity to participate in the ward Congress, Local Government Congress and the state Congress of our party, So Mr. George we want you to feel at home because we are brothers.

    “We welcome you into our party. We are bent on deepening democracy in our country. So we assure you that as you have come back home, you now have equal status with all members of our party. There will be full participation for you and your views will be accommodated and that of all your followers who are coming back to the party as well.”

    George, who was until 2022 a member of APC, appreciated the Chairman and members of the NWC for receiving him. 

    Addressing the APC NWC members, the elated returnee said: “When I left the party, everybody knew and now, I don’t want to come back to the party through the back door hence the need to visit the National secretariat of the party.”

    He promised to actively contribute to the development of the party at all levels, assuring his full cooperation with the leadership of APC.

  • Ganduje seeks synergy among Africa’s ruling parties to deepen democracy

    Ganduje seeks synergy among Africa’s ruling parties to deepen democracy

    The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has made a case for ruling political parties in Africa to synergise and evolve a peer review mechanism to strengthen democracy in the continent.

    He made this call during a courtesy visit to his Ghanaian counterpart, Mr Stephen Ayesu Ntim at the National headquarters of Ghana’s ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Accra.

    A statement by Ganduje’s Chief Press Secretary, Edwin Olofu from Accra on Friday, explained that the APC Chairman also stressed the need for parties in Africa to understudy themselves to bolster internal democracy and to improve the lot of the impoverished Africans, yearning for good governance.

    Ganduje further advocated for parties in Africa to monitor elections in sister countries whenever an election is going to take place in such countries.

    According to him: “We can learn from each other to improve our democracy, just like we used to have foreign observers monitoring our elections we can develop a template among ourselves so that political parties can equally visit other African countries to see how elections are been conducted. I think this will help us in nurturing our democracy.”

    Ganduje, who was in Accra in reciprocation of the visit of the leader of the NPP to Nigeria in late 2023, said APC under his leadership is committed to institutionalising its relationship with Ghana’s NPP.

    He noted that both countries shared similar historical experiences and as such the need for the two powerful West African countries to work together.

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    “Today history is being made and repeated, the relationship between the two countries is that of a brotherhood. We want to institutionalise the relationship between the two ruling parties. I want to thank our forefathers for their struggle for independence that has today given birth to our democracy.

    “I also want to use this opportunity to call on all parties across Africa especially the ruling parties to entrench internal democracy. Because as a ruling party, our first problem is lack of internal democracy due to contending interest in the ruling party.”

    NPP National Chairman Ntim thanked his Nigerian counterpart and his entourage for the reciprocal visit, urging both parties to sustain the moment.

    Also, during the parley at the National headquarters of the NPP the Chairman of the Council of Elders, Hackman Owusu Agyeman, spoke on the need to end conflicts and insecurity in some parts of Africa, especially in Nigeria.

    The Majority Leader of the Parliament Hon. Afenyo Markins harped on the need to sustain African values and traditions.

    Ganduje was accompanied to Accra by the Deputy National Chairman South Hon. Emma Eneukwu; Deputy National Secretary, Festus Fuanter; National Legal Adviser, Prof Abdulkarim Abubakar Kana; Chief of Staff, Malam Muhammad Garba; Senior Special Assistant Visual Communications, Aminu Dahiru and Senior Special Assistant Women Mobilisation, Ngozi Ononiwu.