Ganduje Returns to Nigeria After Month-Long UK Medical Trip
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Ganduje Returns to Nigeria After Month-Long UK Medical Trip |
Former APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, returns to Nigeria after a month-long medical trip to the UK following his resignation from party leadership.
Ganduje’s Return to Nigeria
The immediate past National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, has returned to Nigeria after completing a month-long medical trip in the United Kingdom.
According to his former Chief of Staff, Mohammed Garba, Ganduje arrived in the country on Wednesday morning in good health and has since settled back into his residence.
Medical Trip Following Resignation
Ganduje’s trip came just days after his resignation as APC National Chairman on June 27, 2025, a move reportedly linked to health challenges.
Key timeline of events:
- August 2023: Ganduje was appointed as APC National Chairman.
- June 27, 2025: He resigned from the position citing health-related reasons.
- Early July 2025: Traveled to London for medical treatment.
- August 2025: Returned to Nigeria after one month abroad.
Garba confirmed that Ganduje remains in high spirits following his medical care in the UK.
New Role After Resignation
Despite stepping down from party leadership, Ganduje was inaugurated as Chairman of the Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) on July 9, 2025. This appointment underscores his continued relevance in Nigeria’s political and administrative space.
Meanwhile, Netanwe Yilwatda, former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, has since taken over as the new APC National Chairman, marking a fresh chapter in the party’s leadership.
Political Implications of Ganduje’s Return
Ganduje’s return could spark renewed conversations around his political influence, especially in Kano State and the APC at large. His leadership within the party had faced controversies, but his resilience and quick reassignment to a key federal position show he remains a strong figure in Nigerian politics.
This development comes at a time when discussions around APC leadership transitions and Nigeria’s political future are intensifying. For more insights on Nigeria’s political landscape, you can explore related stories on androidpols.com.ng.
On a broader note, the BBC Africa politics section provides international perspectives on governance and political shifts across the continent.
The return of Abdullahi Ganduje from the UK marks the end of a month-long absence following his resignation as APC National Chairman. Now back in Nigeria and with a new federal appointment, Ganduje’s next moves will likely shape both his political journey and the dynamics within the ruling party.
