There are strong indications that the National Chairman of All Progressives Congress, APC, Senator Abdullahi Adamu, may be removed from office following his disapproval of the principal officers of the National Assembly announced by Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, on Tuesday.
Multiple sources told Vanguard that Adamu's position on the principal officers was considered a defiance of President Bola Tinubu's wishes, as the National Assembly leadership reportedly got the support of the presidency before making the announcement of the officers.
The Senator Abdullahi Adamu-led National Working Committee, NWC, of the APC immediately disowned the announcement, stating that the party had not officially communicated with both presiding officers of the national legislature. Adamu emphasized that until the party formally resolves and communicates its choices for the remaining offices in writing, it is not their intention to break away from tradition.
A party source, speaking anonymously, criticized Adamu for his statements, noting that the principal officers of the National Assembly emerged after wide consultations with relevant stakeholders. Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, expressed concerns about the divisions within the NWC and urged Adamu to ensure unity within the party.
In light of Adamu's disapproval of the principal officers, sources revealed that the President is actively seeking a replacement for the APC chairman. The President's position on this matter is expected to be announced during the party's National Executive Committee, NEC, meeting scheduled for July 11.
