ABUJA — Ali Bukar Dalori has assumed office as the Acting National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), stepping into the party’s top leadership role amid mounting internal discord and political speculation.
Dalori, who previously served as APC’s National Vice Chairman for the North-East, arrived in Abuja over the weekend to officially begin his duties following the sudden resignation of his predecessor, Abdullahi Ganduje.
Ganduje, a former governor of Kano State, cited health concerns as the reason for stepping down on Friday. However, party insiders suggest that his resignation may have been the result of behind-the-scenes pressure, with some alleging a forced exit tied to unresolved internal grievances and mounting controversies.
Dalori’s elevation comes at a turbulent time for the APC, as the ruling party grapples with deepening internal divisions. Notably, recent tensions flared over the party’s endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu without the inclusion of Vice President Kashim Shettima—a move that triggered protests led by Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum and other Northern stakeholders.
As a seasoned political figure from Borno State, Dalori is now tasked with calming unrest and restoring unity ahead of the 2027 general elections. His leadership will be closely watched in the coming weeks as he navigates a delicate political landscape and attempts to balance regional interests within the APC’s national framework.
Party leaders and political observers alike are waiting to see how Dalori addresses key challenges facing the APC, including internal cohesion, public perception, and preparation for upcoming elections in a climate marked by economic and security concerns.
