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In a surprising move, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), as the Chairman of the Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN).
This big news comes just days after Ganduje resigned from his role as APC chairman, leaving many Nigerians shocked and talking about what this means for the country’s politics.
A New Role for Ganduje
The announcement was made today, Wednesday, 9 July 2025, during a special event in Abuja where new board members for several aviation agencies were sworn in. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, shared the news, saying Ganduje will now lead the FAAN board, which takes care of Nigeria’s airports. This is a big job because FAAN manages how airports work and makes sure they are safe and modern. Ganduje, who was once the governor of Kano State, stepped down as APC chairman late last month. He told the party leaders he was leaving because of health problems. But some people believe there is more to the story. They say his resignation might be linked to plans by President Tinubu to bring another Kano politician, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, into the APC before the 2027 elections. Kwankwaso ran for president in 2023 under the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and is a strong rival of Ganduje.Why Is This News So Big?
This appointment has got everyone talking for many reasons. First, Ganduje was a powerful figure in the APC, helping the party stay strong. His sudden exit as chairman surprised many, and now his quick appointment to FAAN has raised questions. Some people think this is a way for President Tinubu to keep Ganduje important in the government, even after leaving the party job. Others believe it might be a “soft landing” to ease him out of the APC leadership while keeping him happy. A man named Buba Galadima, a leader in the NNPP, spoke on Arise News and said Kwankwaso will not join the APC. He called the idea of Ganduje’s resignation being linked to Kwankwaso “nonsense.” Galadima said Kwankwaso is happy with his own party and will not leave it, no matter what anyone says.What People Are Saying
Many Nigerians are sharing their thoughts on social media. Some are happy about Ganduje’s new job, saying he has a lot of experience from being a governor and can help make Nigeria’s airports better. Others are not so sure. They point to old stories about Ganduje, like a 2018 video where he was seen taking money, which caused a lot of trouble. Some people wonder why he is getting such a big role when those issues are still not fully cleared up. One person on X wrote, “Ganduje is proof that in Nigeria, if you do something wrong, you might still get a big job!” Another person said, “Tinubu is smart. He is keeping his friend Ganduje close while planning for 2027.” These comments show that Nigerians have different feelings about this news.What Does FAAN Do?
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria is a very important group. It takes care of all the big airports in Nigeria, like those in Lagos, Abuja, and Kano. FAAN makes sure planes can land and take off safely, passengers are comfortable, and airports are modern. Ganduje’s job as chairman means he will help make big decisions about how airports are run, but he will not be involved in the everyday work. President Tinubu has told all board chairmen not to disturb the managers running the agencies.
Political Games and 2027
Some people think Ganduje’s new role is part of a bigger plan for the 2027 elections. The APC wants to stay strong, and Kano State is very important because it has many voters. Some say Tinubu might be trying to work with Kwankwaso to make the APC even stronger in Kano. But others, like the APC’s Bala Ibrahim, say Ganduje’s new job has nothing to do with his old role as chairman. “People are just making up stories,” Ibrahim said. “Ganduje is still important to the APC.” The North Central part of Nigeria is also talking about this. They have wanted the APC chairman job since another leader, Abdullahi Adamu, left in 2023. Some people from that area think Ganduje’s new job at FAAN means the chairman position might come back to them soon.Conclusion
President Tinubu’s decision to make Abdullahi Ganduje the FAAN board chairman is a big deal. It is making people talk about politics, trust, and what might happen in 2027. Some see it as a reward for Ganduje’s loyalty, while others think it is a clever move by Tinubu to plan for the future. Whatever the reason, this news shows that Nigeria’s politics is always full of surprises.
I will keep watching this story and bring you more updates. What do you think about Ganduje’s new job? Share your thoughts with us! Stay safe, and let us hope for a bright future for Nigeria.
This article was written by Prudent Joshua for Breaking News in Nigeria Today 24/7. Visit breakingnewsinnigeriatoday24-7.com.ng for more updates!
