APC Chairman Resigns, Dumps Party Ahead of 2027 Elections, Gives Reason
APC Chairman Resigns, Dumps Party Ahead of 2027 Elections, Gives Reason
The Chairman of Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State, Isa Kalanjeni, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress and stepped down from his position as chairman.
This was contained in two separate letters addressed to the APC Ward Chairman of Kalanjeni Ward in Tangaza Local Government Area,Government
“I wish to formally inform you of my decision to resign from the APC with immediate effect.”
As reported by The Punch, the first letter, dated May 5, 2026, was addressed to the APC Ward Chairman and the second letter, dated July 7, 2026, was addressed to the Secretary to the Sokoto State Government and the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs.
He explained that his decision to dump the APC and his resignation from his position are purely personal.
“This decision is borne out of purely personal reasons. I appreciate the opportunity given to me to be part of the party.”
According to Nigerian Tribune, Kalanjeni also announced his resignation as the elected Executive Chairman of Tangaza Local Government Area.Africans & Diaspora
“Please accept this letter as formal notification that I am resigning from my position as Executive Chairman of Tangaza Local Government Area, effective immediately from today.
“This difficult decision has been reached after extensive consultations with my family, key political associates and community stakeholders.”
He also cited administrative constraints while explaining his reason for the decision. “Due to recent unavoidable administrative challenges, I find that I am no longer able to execute the responsibilities of this office to the high standard expected of me.”
