2027: Kano APC Faces Fresh Uncertainty as Ganduje’s Ally Mansur Ahmed Resigns
2027: Kano APC Faces Fresh Uncertainty as Ganduje’s Ally Mansur Ahmed Resigns
By Akin Alade
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State is facing fresh political uncertainty ahead of the 2027 general elections following the resignation of Engr. Mansur Ahmed, a prominent political associate of former Kano State Governor and ex-APC National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.
Ahmed, a former Kano State Commissioner for Works, Housing and Transport, announced his departure in a formal resignation letter addressed to the APC Chairman of Yakasai Ward in Kano Municipal Local Government Area. His decision has attracted political attention because of his longstanding association with Ganduje and his experience in Kano politics.
Explaining his decision, the former commissioner expressed dissatisfaction with the direction of the ruling party, revealing that he and his political associates had carefully reviewed developments within the APC before concluding that a change of political platform had become necessary. He emphasised his desire to contribute more meaningfully to the development of Kano State and Nigeria.
Ahmed maintained that his next political engagement would be guided by the need for a platform that prioritises the security of lives and property, citizens’ welfare and sustainable development. Despite his departure, he expressed appreciation to APC leaders, stakeholders and members, particularly those in Kano Municipal, for their support and opportunities during his membership.
His resignation comes barely a week after another prominent Kano politician, Arc. Aminu Dabo, a former Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, also withdrew from the APC. The two departures have raised questions about internal cohesion and the ruling party’s ability to retain influential political figures as preparations for the 2027 elections gather momentum.
Ahmed previously served as Commissioner for Works, Housing and Transport under former Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso between 1999 and 2003. A graduate of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, and the University of Bradford in England, he was also a governorship aspirant and deputy coordinator of the Jonathan/Sambo Presidential Campaign Council in Kano. Although he has not publicly identified his next political party, his exit adds another dimension to the changing political landscape in Kano State.
