Ganduje’s suspension direct assault on democratic principles, says APC group

APC Vanguard, a political interest group in the All Progressives Congress, has condemned the suspension of Abdullahi Ganduje, the national chairman of the party.

On Monday, the APC executives in Dawakin ward under Tofa LGA of Kano suspended Ganduje over the allegations of corruption leveled against him.

But the state working committee of the APC nullified the suspension of the former governor, and also suspended the ward executives for six months.

In a statement on Tuesday, Tope Makinde, convener of the group, and Alabi Kolawole, the secretary, described Ganduje’s suspension as a “political coup orchestrated by desperate individuals outside the party who are envious and felt threatened by Ganduje’s rising profile”.

The group said the attempt to sack Ganduje is a direct assault on democratic principles and the party’s ethos.

“We understand that such calls and attempt to illegally sack the chairman can only be contemplated by anti-democratic forces and those who seek the fall of the APC party,” the group said.

“It is most unfortunate that they are hiding behind the façade of being democrats when in reality they abhor the very tenets of democracy, which is why they are keen on using crude tactics to cause disarray and unsettlement within our prestigious party.

“We warn those outside the APC party who desperately want to rejoin the party to do so in the most honorable and civilized manner. Resorting to devilish, demonic, and dubious means to achieve their goals is not only unacceptable but also undermines the principles of democracy and fair play.

“It is a clear violation of our party’s constitution and an affront to the democratic principles upon which our great nation is built. We stand firmly behind Alhaji Ganduje and affirm our unwavering support for his leadership.

“His dedication, integrity, and commitment to the ideals of the APC have been instrumental in our party’s success and growth. His Excellency, Alhaji Umar Ganduje, has been an exemplary leader within the All Progressives Congress.

“Under his leadership, the party has made significant strides in advancing its agenda, promoting good governance, and delivering on its promises to the Nigerian people. His rising profile is a testament to his dedication, hard work, and commitment to the party’s ideals.

“We further express our happiness at the good news that, the Ward and Local Government Executives having identified the persons involved in this unfortunate situation, have already prepared to charge them to court for impersonation and calculated attempt to embarrass and dent the image of the Party and that of the National Chairman.”