Controversy engulfed the political scene on Sunday, as conflicting reports emerged regarding the alleged resignation of Senator Abdullahi Adamu, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). While some sources claimed that Adamu had indeed stepped down from his position, others dismissed it as mere rumor.
As of press time, The PUNCH was unable to officially confirm the reported resignation, and prominent APC figures reached out by correspondents provided contradictory information. The timing of these developments is notable, occurring just two days before the highly anticipated National Caucus and National Executive Committee meetings of the party.
An anonymous member of the APC National Working Committee (NWC) confirmed the alleged resignation to our correspondent on Sunday evening. However, details regarding the timing and circumstances surrounding Adamu’s decision remain unverified, with indications that he may have been instructed to resign by President Bola Tinubu. It is reported that Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State delivered Adamu’s resignation letter to the President.
Despite attempts to seek clarification from the APC spokesman, Felix Mouka, through calls and messages, no response was received. However, sources have linked the alleged resignation to Adamu’s failure to support Tinubu’s presidential aspirations leading up to the party’s convention.
