According to Kyari, the APC Constitution, guidelines from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and the Electoral Act all require strict adherence to due process before any member’s resignation can be formally recognized. Until these procedures are properly followed and verified, Pantami’s membership in the APC remains intact. The party’s stance is clear: no resignation is valid without proper documentation and official approval from the relevant party structures.
The development comes after Pantami’s surprise emergence as the PDP’s governorship candidate in Gombe State, following the APC’s primary election, which produced Jamilu Gwamna as its standard-bearer. This shift has sparked political debate and raised questions about the legitimacy of Pantami’s departure from the APC. The Gombe APC leadership maintains that the transition was not conducted through legal or party-sanctioned channels.
The party’s position underscores the importance of transparency and adherence to constitutional procedures in Nigerian politics. It also highlights the growing scrutiny over candidate transitions, especially in high-profile cases involving former ministers and prominent political figures. As the 2023 governorship election approaches, the issue may influence voter perception and party loyalty in Gombe State.
The APC’s firm stance on Pantami’s membership is expected to impact the political dynamics in the state, particularly as both parties prepare for the upcoming election. The situation remains under observation, with legal and party processes likely to play a decisive role in the final outcome.
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