Just In: Fresh Concern for APC as Party Chairman Resigns in Gombe, Gives Reason
- The APC chairman in Pantami Ward, Gombe state, Bala Salihu Ngalda, has resigned from his position and pulled out of the ruling party on July 27, 2026
- Ngalda said his decision came after extensive consultations with his family and explained that his resignation takes immediate effect
- The former ward chairman gave no hint of his next political move despite growing realignments in Gombe state ahead of 2027
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The chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Pantami Ward, Gombe local government area of Gombe state, Bala Salihu Ngalda, has stepped down from his role and ended his membership of the ruling party.
Ngalda made the decision official through a resignation letter dated July 27, 2026, and addressed to the secretary of the APC in Pantami Ward, stating that his exit takes immediate effect.
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Daily Trust reported that he said the move followed deep reflection and broad consultations with members of his family. In the letter, he expressed confidence that the party would respect the choice he had made.
Ngalda thanks APC and Gombe government
Despite leaving the party, the former ward chairman parted on warm terms, conveying his appreciation to the APC leadership at the ward, local government, state, and national levels for the chance to serve.
He also acknowledged the support and cooperation he received from the Gombe state government during his time in the role.
Ngalda added that his departure does not diminish his regard for the party or its ideals and wished the APC continued growth and success going forward.
Ngalda: Next political move remains unknown
Ngalda did not disclose any plans regarding his political future, neither confirming whether he intends to join another party nor indicating any other direction he may take.
His resignation comes at a time of active political manoeuvring across Gombe State as politicians and party structures begin repositioning ahead of the 2027 general elections. However, Ngalda made no direct link between his departure and those developments.
Nigerians react as APC ward chairman dumps party
The development has started generating reactions from Nigerians. Below are some of their comments:
Ahmed Waziri Godowoli said:
"Gombe is gradually becoming headquarters of Northern political revolution and which may gradually produce pantami to be Nigerian president in future insha Allah."
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Sani Abba Mustapha commented:
"Gombe is steadily positioning itself as the epicenter of a new political awakening in Northern Nigeria. By the grace of Allah, it may one day produce Professor Isa Ali Pantami as the future President of Nigeria. In shaa Allah."
Abdulmudallib Mohammed wrote:
"By just looking at the man's face, definitely he is not enjoying the party at all."
Olayinka Ojo posited:
"This old and aged man is the ward party chairman of a political party . No wonder, the president can't be challenged."
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Analyst speaks on APC senatorial primaries
Legit.ng earlier reported that the APC was listed in several court cases following the outcome of its senatorial primaries across several states in Nigeria.
Political analyst Omotayo Yusuf, while speaking with Legit.ng, said the internal crisis is not surprising given the APC's dominance over three electoral cycles.
Yusuf, in his reactions to the development, warned that how the APC manages the fallout will matter more than the disputes themselves.
Proofreading by James Ojo, copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
