National Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje has refuted speculations of 2027 presidential ambition.
Gatekeepers News reports that posters showing Ganduje and Imo state Governor, Senator Hope Uzodinnma aspiring for APC 2027 presidential ticket recently went viral on social media.
Ganduje however disclaimed the poster through a terse statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Edwin Olofu.
Olofu alleged that people who behind the posters intended to cause disaffection between Ganduje and President Bola Ahmed Tibubu.
He further appealed to the party faithful and the general public to disregard it.
The statement goes: “This is to inform the general public that the poster currently circulating on social media, claiming that the APC National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, is contesting for the presidency in 2027 with Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, as his running mate, is entirely false and a malicious piece of fake news.”
“The All Progressives Congress (APC) wishes to categorically state that this is the work of mischief-makers, likely in collaboration with certain elements within the Kwankwassiyya movement, who are determined to create disaffection between Dr. Ganduje and His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.”
“For the avoidance of doubt, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje remains unwaveringly loyal to President Tinubu and is fully committed to supporting the President’s vision and leadership. Dr. Ganduje believes that President Tinubu is on the right trajectory to steer Nigeria towards greater prosperity and unity.”
“We urge the public to disregard this fabricated story and refrain from spreading unverified information. ”
