Gombe APC says Pantami is still a party member
Professor Ali Pantami remains a member of the All Progressives Congress, according to the Gombe State chapter of the party. The party insists that due process was not followed regarding his alleged resignation. Moses Kyari, the party’s Publicity Secretary, stated that the ward executive did not receive or deliberate on any resignation letter from Pantami. The APC also rejected claims that President Bola Tinubu endorsed Pantami’s defection or governorship ambition.
Key takeaways
- The Gombe APC says Ali Pantami is still a party member, as no official resignation was processed.
- Moses Kyari stated that 25 out of 27 ward executives confirmed they never saw or discussed a resignation letter from Pantami.
- The alleged resignation letter was reportedly received on May 23, 2026, though it was dated May 19, and delivered by Abba Pantami.
- The party dismissed claims that President Bola Tinubu endorsed Pantami’s move to the PDP or his governorship bid.
- The APC called on its national leadership and the Presidency to clarify the situation to prevent misinformation.
